I had the permanent crown “installed” (LOL, I don’t know the correct dental terminology) on Apr. 28. It wasn’t painful at all and now I can chew on that side of my mouth again. Then I had prep work done on my second crown. I go back in another week to have that one finished . . . and then I’m done! Whew! 2 weeks ago

Yesterday was my first appointment of many to have the work done. This appointment was a filling and prep work for a crown. I now have a temporary crown on and will go back at the end of the month to have that one completed and my other crown started.

Of course it wasn’t as bad as I thought it would be. The numbing gel that was applied to my gums prior to the shot of novicane is amazing – I didn’t feel the prick of the needle at all.

I’m always tense when the drilling begins – I worry and anticipate the pain of the drill. That pain never happend – thank goodness! I was able to relax after a few minutes (sort of – I will probably never fully relax while in the dentist chair!).

In and out in just an hour but $218 poorer with another $100 or so to pay at my next appointment on the 29th. 1 month ago

Experienced professional dentists in Calgary are probably the best! Just a little FYI. 1 month ago

I had a lot of dental work done as a child and I think I was a bit traumatized by it all. I absolutely hate going to the dentist but for the last five years I’ve stuck to my twice a year routine cleanings like clockwork. At my last appointment I was told I needed a filling and two crowns – my first crowns ever. This is terrifying to me and for various reasons I put off the appointments to have them done.

This morning I went in for another cleaning and my hygenist reminded me that I needed to get this done. So I finally bucked up and set the appointments – the first one is April 11 (after my trip/bro’s wedding). I’ll be happy when this is over.

And what’s funny is that I know it’s all mental – that the procedure won’t be as bad as I make it out to be in my head . . . but I just dread it so! 2 months ago

Wisdom teeth: pulled. Fillings: done. Not as bad as I thought, since I have TMJ and was terrified. 2 months ago

RIPPED OUT tomorrow!!! _{Hope i survive}2 months ago

I went and saw David the other day. Really great. I think I’ve reached a turning point in my life; I want to take better care of myself now. :) I used to be scared of the dentist but now I feel worthy of the treatment and like I can afford it. Maybe they are the same thing? Either way it’s a great feeling :)

I’m going to mark this as done! but it’s a lifelong thing… so it stays. 2 months ago

Find a dentist you trust and things will go a lot more smoothly and you may actually like the dentist chair after all ;) 3 months ago

February 20th, 9am. Yay!!

Also, I think people who go to my dentist are the only people I know who get excited about going to the dentist. :D 3 months ago