Confession: please don't laugh.....Fear of dentists

[Blue'87GT]

Don't be embarassed--I work in the field (dental lab tech), and I don't like sitting in thei chair either. Also, beware of a root canal and crown done at the same time. This will either be a crappy job, or very expensive. I recommend going to an endodontist to get the root canal done. They are specialists for root canals. Want to avoid pain/possible after effects (pain, infection, nerve damage, etc)--go to an endo doc! Afterwards, ask for their recommendation for getting the crown completed. FWIW, a prosthodontist is a crown/bridge specialist, but they are not always necessary for a single crown.

Also, if money is tight and the access is small, they can simply fill with amalgam (silver stuff), and not need to spend on a crown.

pm if you need more info!

 

[aussiekeeper]

I always eat a box of Oreos on my way to the dentist.

 

[RedBull]

There are Dentist
that will prescribe
a "relaxer" pill that
you take an hour before
your appointment . . .

They will also rub your gums
with a numbing gel first before
they put the first needle in .

I have never
had a root canal ,
thank God ! ! !

Go before it is too late
and talk to your Dentist .

They will understand ,
cause you are not alone
in the fear of all Dentist .