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 […]