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kt21378
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- Jul 9, 2007
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Hiya, I'm new. I hope someone has some advice for me.
I've never been scared of dentists because of pain or anything like that. I once had four cavities filled at the same time (I couldn't feel the lower part of my face for a day). But I've got several anxiety disorders and there's one thing about the dentist that petrifies me beyond belief: whether or not the dental instruments are CLEAN!
I'm under my parents coverage but it's ending in nine months and I want some work done (yes, I actually want it done). I want my wisdom teeth out (the top ones came in fine but they're a pain in the ass to care for. I have to stuff my fist in my mouth just to floss them) incase they might give me trouble in the future. A piece of one of my bottom front teeth cracked off and even though it's hardly noticeable I want it bonded. I want my fillings checked to see if any need to be replaced. And of course I want them cleaned and polished so they gleam pearly white like they used to. My teeth are nice and straight and I have a nice smile. But I know this won't last if I don't get the work done.
I'm scared that the instruments won't be properly sterilized. I know this is incredibly silly but I can't help it. The thought of having something dirty shoved in my mouth terrifies me beyond belief. I don't want to catch anything.
I've got time to really think about this so I'm tackling it now before the dental coverage ends. I will be having thousands of dollars worth of work done for FREE. If I ignore my teeth, then need work done after the coverage has expired, I will be paying for it out of my own pocket. NOT GOOD!
What should I do? This fear is so ridiculous, especially when I think about what's at stake. Any advice?
I've never been scared of dentists because of pain or anything like that. I once had four cavities filled at the same time (I couldn't feel the lower part of my face for a day). But I've got several anxiety disorders and there's one thing about the dentist that petrifies me beyond belief: whether or not the dental instruments are CLEAN!
I'm under my parents coverage but it's ending in nine months and I want some work done (yes, I actually want it done). I want my wisdom teeth out (the top ones came in fine but they're a pain in the ass to care for. I have to stuff my fist in my mouth just to floss them) incase they might give me trouble in the future. A piece of one of my bottom front teeth cracked off and even though it's hardly noticeable I want it bonded. I want my fillings checked to see if any need to be replaced. And of course I want them cleaned and polished so they gleam pearly white like they used to. My teeth are nice and straight and I have a nice smile. But I know this won't last if I don't get the work done.
I'm scared that the instruments won't be properly sterilized. I know this is incredibly silly but I can't help it. The thought of having something dirty shoved in my mouth terrifies me beyond belief. I don't want to catch anything.
I've got time to really think about this so I'm tackling it now before the dental coverage ends. I will be having thousands of dollars worth of work done for FREE. If I ignore my teeth, then need work done after the coverage has expired, I will be paying for it out of my own pocket. NOT GOOD!
What should I do? This fear is so ridiculous, especially when I think about what's at stake. Any advice?