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KatB
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- Joined
- Aug 28, 2021
- Messages
- 9
- Location
- NY
I am 55. haven't been to the dentist in over 25 years. My experiences as a child and young adult were forced and awful. My last appointment was for a filling. I saw the needle and politely told the Dr. I needed to leave. Since then, that tooth broke and the gum grew over. Others have decayed so badly (at least 5) in the back, that they are just black holes.
My front teeth, Although yellow, are intact....for now.
I brush 3x a day.
I have been having issues with kidney stones that have led to recurring uti's.....one that led to sepsis. They can't find the cause. I can't help thinking it's my teeth. I have tmj (I hear the clicking when I chew) and regular headaches...neck aches, that is attribute to my teeth.
I know it's time to address this. I have a sedation dentist nearby that I intend to call. But truthfully, I'd almost rather die than go. Am I insane?? I'm a well respected attorney in my town. I am ashamed of myself
My front teeth, Although yellow, are intact....for now.
I brush 3x a day.
I have been having issues with kidney stones that have led to recurring uti's.....one that led to sepsis. They can't find the cause. I can't help thinking it's my teeth. I have tmj (I hear the clicking when I chew) and regular headaches...neck aches, that is attribute to my teeth.
I know it's time to address this. I have a sedation dentist nearby that I intend to call. But truthfully, I'd almost rather die than go. Am I insane?? I'm a well respected attorney in my town. I am ashamed of myself