Can anyone please give some advice on my teeth?

I have some serious issues. The biggest issue is that even at the thought of a dentist I get hysterical and start crying before I get there. I have put off going becasue I am scared to be told I have to have all my teeth taken out. I have done some research on ssolutions but they costs a fortune I don't have .





I have a bridge and the two teeth holding it on have now broken and one of my last front teeth is busy breaking.





I don't want false teeth! What can I do??

Can anyone please give some advice on my teeth?
Go to your dentist and tell them that you are just going in for a check up and you want to know what's going on but you don't want to be pressured into doing anything you don't want to (i.e. getting false teeth). they're not as bad as they sound.. people won't notice them but I know no one wants to lose their teeth


you never know until you try.
Reply:I have the same issue, I hate the dentist so whenever I have something done I request to be put to sleep so I don't have to go through any of the dental torture.
Reply:you have to conquer your fear. simple as that. the dentist isn't that bad...


seriously, I got 9 teeth removed for my braces a few days ago. not that bad!
Reply:Have the damage tooth filled down pretty low. Then get a white cap place over it. It's not necessarily false, sense your real tooth is there. But it's better than a big toothless gap in your mouth anyday. This coming from a person who gets nauseated when I hear I have a cavity and has cried in many 'a' dentist chair. And I'm 15
Reply:You could talk to your dentist about a payment plan or some sort of financing - a lot of them do it these days. Express your concerns with your dentist %26amp; get several different opinions.





Or you could always write a talk show like Tyra or Maury - they seem to help people with stuff like that all the time





Good luck
Reply:I know its scary to go to the dentist but if you go soon then you will be able to get work done before it gets any worse. Take a friend or family member you like with you, it will help calm you down with them providing support. Oh and get a second opinion on your teeth from another dentist (especially if you get free consultation alot of places do that).





If you are worrying about financial costs you might want to check out dental schools in your area because they are cheaper, or if you live close to another country or are going on a trip, you could get your dental work done somewhere where it is cheaper (i went to argentina to visit family and had dental work done there for really cheap).





I bet youll feel better just to know whats actually going on and be able to stop worrying.
Reply:Just ask for advice before you commit to any treatment.





You may be able to have implants, they are a bit costly but can be cheaper in places like Budapest for example.





All i can say is research research research %26amp; as well go to the general medical council, they will have a list of good dentists.





Also see if your dentist can refer you to guys hospital in London, they are great.
Reply:I'm really sorry about your teeth and your fears. I can relate to the fear of the costs too.


One of the best ways to deal with anxiety %26amp; uncertainty is to get the facts about the situation. It might be a good idea to ask friends who their dentist is and get a 2nd opinion.


Good luck
Reply:Sister, I am sitting in the same boat. I already have a partial (I'm 45). I have several unseated crowns, temporary fixes, and lose fillings routinely. Oh, and I have this one swelling on my jaw--I'm thinking it's an abcess. My teeth don't respond well to root canals. Before 5 years are up they've abcessed. I've got at least $20K of work just to bring me up to standard.





I'm scared of the dentist herself. I hate all doctors, because I think they'll tell me something more is wrong. My dentist only does the general stuff, so I have to go to a specialist for root canals, extractions, etc.





I'm so sick of dental work, pain, worry, etc. I'm almost ready to go for the dentures. That's so sad!





How do you feel about dental colleges? If you let a resident practice on you, you get great discounts. That freaks me out. Even experienced dentists hurt me all the time.





I've got to go. I'm with you.





Debbie


A dental practitionee
Reply:Tell them your feelings and ask if there's not a tranquillizer you could take a bit before the appointment. Believe me your not the only one that hates dental visits. I've got my first appointment in 8 years Monday. Don't drink.
Reply:well it looks like the last 2 teeth u have left are shot now too. if u don't like dentures then don't get them, some guys like women without teeth.
Reply:I have anxiety depression and I have been trying an alternative therapy called Emotional Freedom Technique and it has really worked for me and helped me a lot. Since using it I have been feeling a lot better. It's very good at getting rid of all kinds of negative emotions and dealing with all kinds of issues quickly. It does sound bizarre but does work. Might be something that can help you. These are some links about it. If you look in the search engine of the first website emofree.com and type Dentist phobia you should find lots of articles about EFT being used on dentist phobias.
Reply:This is your mouth and these are your teeth and you should keep searching until you find a compassionate dentist who realises this, as well. Find a dentist who makes you feel respected - you know, someone you can talk to and not feel like an idiot.
Reply:HELLO,


SOME PATIENTS ARE AFRAID OF THE DENTIST, BUT ARE SMART ENOUGH TO SEEK DENTAL CARE.


FIND A DENTIST WHO WILL DO CONSCIOUS SEDATION IN THE OFFICE.


THIS WAY YOU CAN HAVE YOUR DENTISTRY AND NOT BE AFRAID.
Reply:well you can tell your desist your going to take a rain check and false teeth aren't that bad my oms got em when she was around 23 and when i found out she had false teeth was when she was like 63 so you can bery notice



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