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Today, 03:31 PM
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I have a dental appt. Thursday morning, and I'm already so anxious about it. I have bad dental anxiety to start with, my teeth are not that great. But this past autumn, I was in the psych hospital for 36 days, and I can guarantee I was so out of it with mania/psychosis/dementia, no attempt was made to brush my teeth. Even when I got home, the first 2-3 weeks I was still unfocused and forgetful and rarely brushed my teeth. I just feel I'm going to end up with bad news at the dentist, and dental costs are astronomical. But beyond the cost, I don't know, it's almost like I feel judged by the dentist for not taking better care of my teeth. I really hate this anxiety
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Today, 07:54 PM
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The dentist freaks me out as well. I would rather get a shot anywhere but my mouth. Often times it’s not as bad as you think it will be. I thought I would have tons of issues with my teeth and I put off the dentist about 4 times. I finally went and I only had 2 cavities and some sensitivity. But I felt a lot of relief getting it over with. I think I celebrated with Starbucks to reward myself.
I hope it goes well for you.
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