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cartertx
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I have been going to the dentist for over 30 years (Fillings, Crowns, Wisdom tooth extractions) without any problems. Then this past year I attempted an MRI exam. I panicked from the enclosed space and had to stop. Then a funny thing happened at my next dental visit. Upon laying down in the chair I experienced that same panic sensation. It stopped after a few minutes and I was able to finish the checkup. Well last week I needed a root canal and crown for a cracked tooth. This time I panicked after laying back in the chair and this time I had to cancel the procedure. This makes no sense to me. What is going on here? I don't fear pain or the procedure at all and I trust my dentist of almost 20 years. It is like I'm claustrophobic, fear of restraint or a loss of control thing.
I have talked with my dentist and my family physician about this. They are very understanding. The procedure has been rescheduled for next week and my family physician is prescribing 0.5 to 1 mg of Xanax for me to take orally before the visit. My questions are (1) how well does this work (2) has anyone else had this type of new onset panic experience and (3) does anyone have any advice on how to handle this? I really could use some words of wisdom...
I have talked with my dentist and my family physician about this. They are very understanding. The procedure has been rescheduled for next week and my family physician is prescribing 0.5 to 1 mg of Xanax for me to take orally before the visit. My questions are (1) how well does this work (2) has anyone else had this type of new onset panic experience and (3) does anyone have any advice on how to handle this? I really could use some words of wisdom...