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Nicky
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- Nov 10, 2005
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I went to the dentist for the first time in 4 years this week. Although the dentist was very pleasant. I didn't feel he took my explanation of how frightened I was on board (and I also suffer from panic attacks) and before I knew it, I was lying in the chair having my teeth examined with that horrible pointy instrument they use! I didn't like it at all but managed to get through it. However, as one of my lower front teeth is fractured, it requires a filling and I have an appointment in 2 weeks to go back for a "deep clean" and a filling. I am terrified at the prospect of this, even though the dentist has said I can have some sedation with "happy gas". I am concerned about having the mask on my nose - has anyone else had this who also suffers with panic attacks: I am worried that having my nose covered up will bring on a panic attack. Or am I worrying over nothing? I couldn't possibly contemplate not having sedation, I really am frightened of the treatment (needles etc) and I just wish I didn't have to go.