wisdom tooth extraction... really scared
I've needed my wisdom teeth out for at least six years now, and i've kept putting it off out of my fear on needles, the cost, recovery, etc. One of my back molars had to be extracted a year ago because I had a tendency to get cavities and root canals in my back teeth no matter what I used or how well I took care of my teeth. This open space allowed for one of my wisdom teeth to push through my gum partially and it was not positioned correctly and it giving my extreme pain. I'm going to a really great dental school to get themremoved because it is inexpensive and I currently do not have insurance. My appointment time got messed up and I have to wait anther week until Monday to get them out. I'm in severe pain and really anxious my teeth and gums are being damaged now that the wisdom tooth is poking out of my gum... Anyway, I thought I could get gas but the dentist said I needed iv sedation. I'm freaking out. I need these teeth out but am extremely afraid of needles, I often pass out, and I have low blood sugar and sometimes seizures and I can't eat or drink that morning. I've been taking vitamins but think about this all the time every day non stop. I have three days off my j job were i'm constantly talking and on my feet and pretty active. I can't afford to miss anymore work than that... Someone please share your experiences support. Idk if i'm more afraid of the iv actual surgery possible risks and recovery time... Not to mention my unpredictable boyfriend is the one taking me, staying and picking me up. I just want to relax... I've never been so anxious for dental issues, I think its the sedation i'm worries about honestly. Help, totally psyching myself out
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I can\'t give any advice or experience because my wisdom teeth fell out when I was a teenager I think, But just know that these people do this kind of thing all the time many times a day and they will make you as comfortable as they can.. can you try to find some one who uses gas? Nitrous Oxide? It\'s a mask they put on you and sometimes they have different \"flavors\" like grape, cherry, etc.. some dentists can even put you to sleep for the procedure... gosh, I wish I could help more .. Good Luck
I am being put to asleep!! via iv sedation. I think that may be what i\'m most afraid of. I\'ve heard horror stories, then you could lose sensation in your chin, ahhh lol thanks for the support tho :)
Sunsets, I had this done a few years ago and I had to be restrained because I was so scared. Honestly, it wasn\'t bad at all. I literally over-reacted. After I was awake, of course I was all zoned out but I had very little pain while recovering and it only took a few days. You\'ll be okay :)
If they use Propofol, you\'ll not remember anything and the procedure will be done in what you think is an instant. It\'s no big deal really. Extremely safe, by the way.