Hi everyone - 

I have pretty severe dental anxiety (elevated heart rate, shaking, crying). My primary doctor gave me .5mg dose of generic Xanax. While I trust her, she has not witnessed what happens when I’m at dentist appointments. Last time, they said they wouldn’t be able to treat me without being medicated due to my heart rate. 

I have never taken this medication before. I’m worried it won’t be strong enough to calm me down and they will refuse treat me (it’s a root canal). Does anyone have experience with it? Should I ask my doctor for a higher dose?