S
Snowy
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- Joined
- Mar 2, 2015
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- 57
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- Lot et Garonne
Hi
i used to suffer with bad anxiety generally, but thankfully am so much better - EXCEPT with dental work, which never fails to bring all the old panic feelings flooding back!
I have a tooth infection, but cannot see a Dentist for another few weeks. My Dr gave me antibiotics and the infection and pain has gone.
The anticipatory anxiety is a real killer. However what is really getting to me is the possibility of having to have a Root Canal. I have never had one before, and the thought of wearing a dental dam with my awful gag reflex, and having to sit through a long procedure is something I am unsure I can tolerate.
My Dr had prescribed Xanax 0.25g. I will take one the night before, but do not know how much to take before the appointment and also the timing. Should I take 0.5g, as I need to make sure I am free of anxiety? My husband will be driving me.
I feel trapped, and my life is on hold at the moment.
Thank you so much for your time.
i used to suffer with bad anxiety generally, but thankfully am so much better - EXCEPT with dental work, which never fails to bring all the old panic feelings flooding back!
I have a tooth infection, but cannot see a Dentist for another few weeks. My Dr gave me antibiotics and the infection and pain has gone.
The anticipatory anxiety is a real killer. However what is really getting to me is the possibility of having to have a Root Canal. I have never had one before, and the thought of wearing a dental dam with my awful gag reflex, and having to sit through a long procedure is something I am unsure I can tolerate.
My Dr had prescribed Xanax 0.25g. I will take one the night before, but do not know how much to take before the appointment and also the timing. Should I take 0.5g, as I need to make sure I am free of anxiety? My husband will be driving me.
I feel trapped, and my life is on hold at the moment.
Thank you so much for your time.