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As5786
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It's been a ridiculously long time since I was at the dentist. 15 years or so. I've never had great dental habits anyway. But, two years ago, my dad died. I fell into a depression and stopped taking care of myself. I've recently climbed out of that hole and am determined to get myself back on the healthy track.
My last stop needs to be the dentist. I know it's bad. I'm not in any pain, but I can tell when I smile there are things that aren't good. I'm thinking it's mostly my gums, but I don't know.
My dad and I used to have the same smile. I'm petrified that I've irreparably broken my smile. If they have to pull teeth, can they make them match? And can I leave with something so nobody knows I've had teeth pulled?
I've reached out for a dental appointment, but don't have anything confirmed yet. I'm contemplating bringing a small stuffed animal with me (just in case), but at 31 I should be able to handle this. So I'm torn. Any words of advice or encouragement are much appreciated.
My last stop needs to be the dentist. I know it's bad. I'm not in any pain, but I can tell when I smile there are things that aren't good. I'm thinking it's mostly my gums, but I don't know.
My dad and I used to have the same smile. I'm petrified that I've irreparably broken my smile. If they have to pull teeth, can they make them match? And can I leave with something so nobody knows I've had teeth pulled?
I've reached out for a dental appointment, but don't have anything confirmed yet. I'm contemplating bringing a small stuffed animal with me (just in case), but at 31 I should be able to handle this. So I'm torn. Any words of advice or encouragement are much appreciated.