Did I mention that I didn't like dentists?
I did, didn't I?
It was confirmed again today.
My appointment was for 2:30 and I arrived at 2:15 to check in. The room was buzzing because a woman from Chicago also lost a filling and she was in pain.
Really?
Imagine that.
We started off with x-rays and it progressed from there. She inserted the dreaded instruments of torture and started in on me again.
I WAS THERE FOR 3 HOURS.
Excuse me, I was there for 3 hours and 15 minutes. By the time I crawled out of the office I could barely close my mouth. All I wanted to do is get home. I can't even tell you how bad it was but she had to do the Novocaine thing twice. After one session I went for an x-ray ( two of four) and at that point I still wasn't too bad, then I sat back down in the chair.
YOWZA.
It seemed that the Novocaine had worn off and when she put the instrument up in the canal, I could feel it.
I could really, really feel it.
And it hurt.
My face felt like it was on fire.
So I was back in needle city for the second round. Needless to say, I was calling her every name I could think of by the time this was over. Calling her every name in my mind, of course. When I got up to leave she casually mentioned that I should begin taking pain medication before the numbness wore off.
I got the message loud and clear.
So tonight my best friends have been my pain medication and ice packs.
We be buds.
OMG, you sound just like me. I had to have 3 root canals at once time and thought I may as well move in I was there so long. And I always need a second shot too.
ReplyDeleteI feel for you so much. I hope the nightmare is now over.
gentle hugs,
Chris
I am nursing my son through a similar dental experience right now. I so feel for you, Rose. This is Monday night and I see you haven't posted since Saturday---I hope you are okay.
ReplyDeleteKeep the ice coming and DO NOT MISS A DOSE OF MEDS!!! Stay on top of them and if you can, alternate with ibuprophen. That way you have one in your system as the other wears off.
I offer a warm, tender hug and prayers you will be better and THROUGH with this soon!
me,
CJ
Meh, that sounds awful!
ReplyDeleteI found you through CJ's blog who I just found through a couple other blogs, and I look forward to getting to know you and your Fibro story more!