People who don't go to the dentist are so disgusting. If you truly can't afford it, I understand. Otherwise, ew.
How long has it been since you went to the dentist? Anyone not go out of fear?
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NORTH LONDON IS RED wrote:
People who don't go to the dentist are so disgusting. If you truly can't afford it, I understand. Otherwise, ew.
Huh, it’s a pretty first world practice to go for dental cleaning and checkups every few months. Most of the world goes to a dentist only to fix a problem, not for “maintenance”.
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For me, it's been ages since I've been, too, probably close to a decade. The thought of those sharp tools poking around in my mouth is enough to make anyone nervous!
But hey, as long as we're keeping up with our oral hygiene at home, we're doing our part, right? Plus, it's not like we're alone in this - plenty of folks have a similar aversion to the dentist's chair.
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Always got problems after I visited the dentist, they get you into their loop. Took me about 20 years to find out dentists exaggerate and lie for 85% of time, they practically ruined my teeth. Commercial bstrds, always looking for a job to be done.
Eat healthy, be healthy and keep it ultra clean 2x a day than check up once in 5 years is more than enough.
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I go twice a year, but when I turn seventy or so I'm going to throttle back & just coast my remaining years on the work I've put in to keep them in top shape
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the dentist wrote:
As long as you take care of them wrote:
I have not been to the dentist in over 15years. but I do brush and use Listerine regularly. i should go in soon though since your post is reminding me of such things
Same reason for me.
I put it off for 10 years until I had chronic toothache, and the tooth had to be extracted. The dentist told me it could have been saved if I had gone earlier. Never getting that tooth back again and now chewing and eating feels different. Nothing other than losing your hair makes your feel as old as losing your teeth.
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I go every 6 months. I have no fear. It is one medical appointment that I thoroughly enjoy.
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Gummy wrote:
the dentist wrote:
Same reason for me.
I put it off for 10 years until I had chronic toothache, and the tooth had to be extracted. The dentist told me it could have been saved if I had gone earlier. Never getting that tooth back again and now chewing and eating feels different. Nothing other than losing your hair makes your feel as old as losing your teeth.
Your breath must smell like a sewer. How could it not, with all that plaque build up. Yikees
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NYDCRunner1 wrote:
I go every 6 months. I have no fear. It is one medical appointment that I thoroughly enjoy.
I just went today. It was uneventful, but I'd never say it's enjoyable. I don't know how you'd enjoy the gum poking/stabbing.
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txRUNNERgirl wrote:
NYDCRunner1 wrote:
I go every 6 months. I have no fear. It is one medical appointment that I thoroughly enjoy.
I just went today. It was uneventful, but I'd never say it's enjoyable. I don't know how you'd enjoy the gum poking/stabbing.
I have healthy gumbs and teeth. If you keep up with your semi-annual check ups, there is little to no discomfort. Plus, the clean feel of teeth and mouth after the cleaning is fantastic.
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joedirt wrote:
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About 8 years. Last time I went the dentist was horrible. At the time I was 20 and had never had a cavity but maybe I hadn't taken the very best care of my teeth in the months prior. She caused me loads of pain, made me bleed loads stabbing my gums and was just criticising me throughout for bleeding, for having plaque etc. I'm pretty convinced a lot of what they do and reccomend is superfluous and some of them give completely incorrect advice (my girlfriend has been told to brush immediately after every meal).
I know it's long overdue that I go again, but I'm pretty convinced that some dentists insist on doing work which is unnecessary and causes futher problems down the line which I'm very keen to avoid.
My brother once got told he needed a cavity filled and to come back in a few days to get it done. He read about teeth, about de- and re-mineralisation. He worked hard to remineralise over those few days and when he went back to the dentist, they couldn't find the cavity and said he didn't need the filling anymore.
They can only re-mineralize successfully with fluoride if they are small to begin with. If you are not flossing and not brushing regularly, you will get inflammation in your gum tissue due to bacteria and over time will get bone loss in the bones that anchor your teeth (gingivitis eventually becoming periodontal disease). Eventually you will not have enough bone around the teeth to anchor them in place and you will lose your teeth (not to mention awful breath). It's not the dentists fault that your gums were inflamed and were bleeding, it is your fault for neglecting your personal hygiene. check out here the best dentist. Take care of your teeth and get regular cleanings and this won't be an issue.
Untill last year, I had not been to a dentist in 22 years :scared: I had 4 teeth removed and didnt go back to have a few fillings done..............oh to turn the clock back!!!
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About 8 years. Last time I went the dentist was horrible. At the time I was 20 and had never had a cavity but maybe I hadn't taken the very best care of my teeth in the months prior. She caused me loads of pain, made me bleed loads stabbing my gums and was just criticising me throughout for bleeding, for having plaque etc. I'm pretty convinced a lot of what they do and reccomend is superfluous and some of them give completely incorrect advice (my girlfriend has been told to brush immediately after every meal).
I know it's long overdue that I go again, but I'm pretty convinced that some dentists insist on doing work which is unnecessary and causes futher problems down the line which I'm very keen to avoid.
My brother once got told he needed a cavity filled and to come back in a few days to get it done. He read about teeth, about de- and re-mineralisation. He worked hard to remineralise over those few days and when he went back to the Dental Bonding Phoenix. they couldn't find the cavity and said he didn't need the filling anymore.
I haven't been in years, like 20. I take care of my teeth and have money too, but the fear of the dentist keeps me away. What about you?
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joedirt wrote:
I sleep with my dentist. I only have to make sure I am on her good side when I go see her. If you haven't been in 20 years, you need to get over your childish fears and go. You likely have a mouth full of issues. The idea of only going when you have pain is a mistake that can cost you most of your teeth.
See a dentist who sleeps with you sounds like a good idea. A blowie while I'm tipped back in the chair would certainly help me relax.
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Try sedation dentistry - it's only way I tolerate drilling of any kind. They'll do cleaning while you're under too if you want. It costs more for IV sedation and not all dentists are qualified to do it but better than no care at all which leads to all sorts of problems. Most dentists can offer at least anti-anxiety meds and nitrous gas which is often enough. Also I interview dentists before deciding whether they'll work on me. It reduces stress and gives you better idea of how they run their practice.
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