J
Juggler
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- May 25, 2008
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I've never had anybody understand why it is that I can't go to a dentist.
I'm 19, I haven't been since I was 11... I think.
I suffer from Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD), among other things such as panic and depression. At the peak of my depression, I didn't care too much about dental and other health, so it all has suffered. I have several cavities, one has grown very large and the tooth is broken. There is a constant dull pain, and my gums bleed now when I brush my teeth. Not a lot, but, they do.
I'm so afraid of going to the dentist... tears in my eyes as I write this. I know I need to go. I have a dull constant pain in one of my teeth. I'm so afraid of being judged or misunderstood. It sounds ridiculous, I know. My insurance doesn't cover sedation dentistry, and I can't afford ANYTHING out of pocket. Nitrous oxide doesn't work that welll for me.
So what do you think... do my teeth sound horrible? What would the treatment be like? I'm freaking terrified, I don't know what to do. I'd rather live with the pain than go to a dentist, but I know it will only get worse from here. I feel ridiculous. The SAD has affected me in other ways, as well... can't answer phones, go outside sometimes, it sucks. Living in fear all the time.
I don't know what to do...
So, people understand this? I'm not crazy?
I'm 19, I haven't been since I was 11... I think.
I suffer from Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD), among other things such as panic and depression. At the peak of my depression, I didn't care too much about dental and other health, so it all has suffered. I have several cavities, one has grown very large and the tooth is broken. There is a constant dull pain, and my gums bleed now when I brush my teeth. Not a lot, but, they do.
I'm so afraid of going to the dentist... tears in my eyes as I write this. I know I need to go. I have a dull constant pain in one of my teeth. I'm so afraid of being judged or misunderstood. It sounds ridiculous, I know. My insurance doesn't cover sedation dentistry, and I can't afford ANYTHING out of pocket. Nitrous oxide doesn't work that welll for me.
So what do you think... do my teeth sound horrible? What would the treatment be like? I'm freaking terrified, I don't know what to do. I'd rather live with the pain than go to a dentist, but I know it will only get worse from here. I feel ridiculous. The SAD has affected me in other ways, as well... can't answer phones, go outside sometimes, it sucks. Living in fear all the time.
I don't know what to do...
So, people understand this? I'm not crazy?