Dg6300
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Three weeks ago I got the two lower wisdom teeth out. It went fine, generally, until I had a burning pain in the adjacent tooth, in/near the gum. I was taking more NSAIDs than I wanted.
I faced my fear of asking for a follow up appointment from my oral surgeon. I also had to find the courage to ask for time off without much notice.
To my relief my boss gave me permission to leave when I could get an appointment. Which was good because they were able to get me in that day. The oral surgeon took a look, probed, and recommended irrigating with hydrogen peroxide.
Fear successfully faced!
Coincidentally this week I also had an appointment with the periodontist's office (I have a gum graft a month from now), and the hygienist demonstrated brushing and flossing techniques.
I also took pride in my dental habits: I carried a toothbrush and paste around in my bag as an undergrad.
I found out I have to be more careful in my flossing. I am a bit fearful as I try to implement her instructions: I am afraid the firmness she advocated will hurt my gums.
I am also afraid of using the toothpick-thing on the back of my teeth.
I faced my fear of asking for a follow up appointment from my oral surgeon. I also had to find the courage to ask for time off without much notice.
To my relief my boss gave me permission to leave when I could get an appointment. Which was good because they were able to get me in that day. The oral surgeon took a look, probed, and recommended irrigating with hydrogen peroxide.
Fear successfully faced!
Coincidentally this week I also had an appointment with the periodontist's office (I have a gum graft a month from now), and the hygienist demonstrated brushing and flossing techniques.
I also took pride in my dental habits: I carried a toothbrush and paste around in my bag as an undergrad.
I found out I have to be more careful in my flossing. I am a bit fearful as I try to implement her instructions: I am afraid the firmness she advocated will hurt my gums.
I am also afraid of using the toothpick-thing on the back of my teeth.