For those who think the fear will never end.....

[drummerswife]

Hello all,
For those of you who are struggling with fear, I hope this little bit gives you hope for the future. You will get through it, really you will.

Yesterday, I was talking with a co-worker who had broken her tooth. She had been told the tooth could be repaired but would require a crown. She was anxious because she has never had a crown before. I've had several so I explained the procedure and what to expect ending with "so you see its really not that big a deal. crowns are easy" And just as those words came out of my mouth, I had to smile at the irony of my making such a statement. I was remembering the woman who 3 years ago was too terrified to even walk into a dentist's office, the woman for whom simply taking an x-ray required heavy sedation.

My co-worker thanked me and said she felt better. I hope you do too.

 

[missyfrompa]

I'm happy to see that fear can be overcome. I've recently been to dentist after 20 years and had a couple teeth immediately removed (due to abscess) and made an appointment for 2 more extractions. I handled my visit better than I ever imagined, and have very little fear about the next one. But the dentist informed me much work will have to be done to save my remaining teeth. I had a nightmare last night about how I will get through it and woke up in a cold sweat. I'm trying to believe that it will be alright and I can get through it one step at a time without trampling everyone in the dental office as I run screaming out to my car. I realize I'm most afraid of the sound of the drill and haven't had to deal with that yet. You and the others on this site give me hope. Thanks.

 

[drummerswife]

Hi Missy,
I'm sound sensitive myself. And the sound of the drill gives me the willys too. Here's a solution I have found for myself. I take my IPOD and turn on my favorite CD and blast it. It takes the edge off the sound and makes it bearable and the music comforts me. Give it a try.
And 3 cheers for making it this far

 

[Mikey Boy]

i thank you for this little bit it made me feel a little better i cant wait for the day i post my first success which i am a little upset with my self that i haven't made one yet i mean honestly i just feel so ashamed but then i must always remember that it all starts with baby steps i ran into continuos obstacles since being on here but i feel that i am finally getting close so i just need to stay positive but anyways thanks drummerswife

 

[drummerswife]

I know how you feel mickey and you're welcome Hang in there!