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NANAx4
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I have had several BAD experiences in dental chairs. My phobia is based on those experiences.
Even though I had this fear, I took exceptional care of my teeth. I brushed 3-4 times a day and was a floss addict. I kept floss in my purse, my desk at work, the glove box in the car. As much as I hated it, I also went to the dentist regularly.
About 7 yrs ago, I had a cracked tooth and went to the dentist. It turns out that a few of the meds I was on for high blood pressure cause dry mouth and my enamel was chipping.
He explained that I would need my back 12 teeth pulled as they couldn't be saved and I would need to wear partials. As frozen with fear as I was, I did it.
Even though the dr said all of my front teeth were fine, a few months later they started chipping too. So all the money spent all those thousands of dollars for nothing.
I went to a new dentist and was told ALL of my teeth needed to go. I said screw it and never went back.
As of today, I only have 2 teeth on the top that haven't broken off. I always hide my mouth an cover it if laughing or whatever.
The pain has become so intense with the constant infections that I finally went to the dentist, made impressions and am having my teeth pulled and immediate dentures put in on Sept. 13th.
I have cried like a baby over the fear. My palms are sweating as I type. I made my hubby SWEAR to me that he wouldn't let me back out.
To change the topic... I have found this forum most helpful in learning that I am not alone in my fears. Thanks to all of you who tell you story and are so brave to post before and after photos.
hugs,
Nana
Even though I had this fear, I took exceptional care of my teeth. I brushed 3-4 times a day and was a floss addict. I kept floss in my purse, my desk at work, the glove box in the car. As much as I hated it, I also went to the dentist regularly.
About 7 yrs ago, I had a cracked tooth and went to the dentist. It turns out that a few of the meds I was on for high blood pressure cause dry mouth and my enamel was chipping.
He explained that I would need my back 12 teeth pulled as they couldn't be saved and I would need to wear partials. As frozen with fear as I was, I did it.
Even though the dr said all of my front teeth were fine, a few months later they started chipping too. So all the money spent all those thousands of dollars for nothing.
I went to a new dentist and was told ALL of my teeth needed to go. I said screw it and never went back.
As of today, I only have 2 teeth on the top that haven't broken off. I always hide my mouth an cover it if laughing or whatever.
The pain has become so intense with the constant infections that I finally went to the dentist, made impressions and am having my teeth pulled and immediate dentures put in on Sept. 13th.
I have cried like a baby over the fear. My palms are sweating as I type. I made my hubby SWEAR to me that he wouldn't let me back out.
To change the topic... I have found this forum most helpful in learning that I am not alone in my fears. Thanks to all of you who tell you story and are so brave to post before and after photos.
hugs,
Nana
