Does anyone have such severe gag reflexes that it restricts them from going to the dentist?

I can barely brush my teeth and my teeth are rotting. Each time I have gone to the dentist I have to leave because I can't open my mouth without heaving. I believe the only way I wil be able to have my teeth fixed is to be knocked out. I feel as if i'm the only one because when I research dentist and call and inform them of my problem they have no solution. I am extremely self concious of my teeth because they look horrid. At this stage of tooth decay I may be looking at false teeth and i'm only 40. However, if I can't put a toothbrush in my mouth how will I ever put in false teeth. I can't stand to smile anymore and that use to be one of my better qualities. I basically never leave the house because i'm too embarassed. I feel alone in this dilemma.

Does anyone have such severe gag reflexes that it restricts them from going to the dentist?
I have pretty severe gag reflexes, too. I can get some dental work done, but impressions and things like that kill me!! Recently, I had to get top impressions done and gagged so much I thought I was really going to throw up.





Talk to your dentist about giving you something to still the reflex temporarily. There are sprays and gargles that they can use that numb the back of the throat. They have to use them for some medical procedures. They would probably help you.





You don't say where you live, but if in the US, try calling 1-800-DENTIST and see if they can help you find someone.





Good luck! It's a terrible problem, I know, but don't let it go on any longer. Tooth decay can affect your health in other ways, too.
Reply:Not really that severe! I guess ur doc shud help u out deal with it coz u can jst leave ur teeth to rot.
Reply:You should at least use some mouthwash and an electric toothbrush so you can brush with your mouth closed.



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