I am dealing with two infected teeth. I have been to my dentist for three visits where he tried to get me numb. Each time he’s given me multiple shots. More at each consecutive visit. None of these visits helped and he could not get me numb. He’s been giving me pain killers to help […]
Craigslist for Dental Sedation Driver
I need to have a tricky dental procedure done. My dentist said it will require I take sedation, which is a pill which will sort of make me too sleepy to be on my own. He did say I will need a driver to get me there and back as well as stay with me […]
Is Dental Sedation Safe?
I haven’t gone to a dentist in years. I’m terrified of them. But, I’m also beginning to get embarrassed by my smile. I have a visible cavity on one of my front teeth. So I talked to a friend about how afraid I am and she mentioned dental sedation. The only thing that worries me […]
The Most Work in One Appointment
I hate dentists. I hope you won’t be offended by that I just find it’s best to be honest up front. I have what is possibly a tooth infection. It hurts. So, if I’m going to suck it up and go in to see a dentist, I want to get as much work done as […]
Helping My Girlfriend After Dental Sedation
My girlfriend is having a procedure where she needs dental sedation. She said she’ll need a caregiver to get the procedure done. I agreed to be her caregiver, but I’m a little terrified. I have no idea what I’m supposed to do. What does being her caregiver entail? Charles Dear Charles, It’s great that you’re […]
Convince My Parents I Need Dental Sedation
Please help me. My parents aren’t big believers in dental care. I used to beg to go to the dentist because I worried I was the only one of my friends who didn’t go at that point in my life. They finally agreed to pay half if I could show I had my half ready. […]
Dental Care and PTSD
I’m an army vet. I served five tours. I don’t want to go into detail but I’ve got PTSD due to several things. Unfortunately, the last time I was in a dental chair we were attacked. I’ve got a pretty bad toothache and my face is swelling up a bit. I know I need a […]
I Don’t Know Anyone and Need Sedation Dentistry
I’m new to the area. I start a new job in a few weeks, but moved here early to be completely set up and organized before starting. Now it turns out I need a procedure which will need sedation dentistry. The dentist told me I’d need to bring someone with me to drive me home […]