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I Hate Going to the Dentist

Although I'm grateful for local anesthetics, I hate the after effects. It'll be nice when I don't have to consciously take time every few minutes to make sure that I'm not chewing the inside of my face to shreds. 😝

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Peppa · 31-35, F

And to think because I've had very little dental work when I started my training I actually used to want to be numbed up. I tried the topical gel, local, and had some sedation. :-) now that was fun...

QueenofCups · 41-45, F

@Peppa I hate sedation of any kind. It totally freaks me out. The topical gel is fine, and the local is bearable. Full on out, though, it gives me anxiety. I understand the necessity, it's just a weird thing for me.

Byron8by7 · M

@Peppa

I have had nitrous oxide twice for oral surgery. I was so serene and relaxed, just exquisite.

QueenofCups · 41-45, F

@Byron8by7 My son is really hoping that I'll get the gas when I have my wisdom teeth removed. He wants to see me loopy. Stinker.

Peppa · 31-35, F

@Byron8by7 @QueenofCups it really is the best I haven't ever had intravenous but that's the stuff that gets you talking all your secrets lol. The things I've heard but I think my experience may have been better because I was with a pediatric dentist. And their techniques are different they want to soothe you. Whereas I think oral surgeons should adopt a similar approach but they are the roughest of all the dentists. So if you have a good experience with an oral surgeon you can tolerate any dentist.
Honestly the sensation for me was like when your on the incline of a ride but you never dip like a rollercoaster does and the air is so cool and refreshing it tastes as clean as it actually is. It's euphoric