I’m a movie stuntman. I lose more teeth than most of my colleagues. I’m not sure why, but I need to find a solution for replacing my teeth that keep falling out until my luck changes. Will dental implants work? I’m not the best at going to the dentist. I know it sounds ridiculous given […]
Are Dental Implants My Only Option for Broken Teeth?
I’ve broken two teeth down to the gumline. I’m assuming I have to have dental implants to replace them, but the idea of being at the dentist’s that long terrifies me. Do I have any options? Aaron A. – Boston Aaron, You have several options. The only one that is out is a crown because […]
Is Dental Sedation Like Surgical Sedation?
I keep hearing great things about dental sedation which appeal to me. I’ve never had a dentist’s appointment that I liked. Never. But, the idea of being knocked out terrifies me. How much is dental sedation like surgical sedation? Cassie A. – Boston Cassie, I have good news for you. There are several levels of […]
Will My Dentist Turn Me In If He Can Tell I Smoked Marijuana?
I have a serious toothache, but I can’t stand the dentists. No offense. It relaxes me if I smoke a joint before a nervous situation. If the dentist can tell, will he turn me in? Name withheld Dear Anonymous, First, you should be aware that you’re not the only one who feels that way about […]
Drunk at the Dentist
I am so humiliated. I needed to go to the dentist, but I have a deathly fear of them. I drank some wine before my appointment. Apparently, I drank more than I expected, because the dentist had to call my husband to pick me up. I was drunk. It’s the worst experience of my life. […]
Getting past fear of the dentist
I have been afraid of the dentist my entire life. It started with a dental appointment as a child that is the stuff of nightmares. I really need to get past this, because I realize it is affecting my oral health. I can’t remember the last time I’ve been to the dentist. I fear I’m […]
Scared of the dentist
I’m engaged. My fiance and I have been talking about combining our lives. I’ll be moving to his city. He told me about his doctor and dentist. I was really embarrased to realize that I haven’t been to a dentist in 15 years. It’s because I’m terrified of dentists. I was didn’t tell him because […]