Another post - dentist
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Another post - dentist
Sorry for posting again.
All I seem to want these last few days is reassurance that im not alone with my worries, feeling and fears...
So here is another: I'm off to the dentist this morning. Embarrassed and ashamed of the many nights I passed out without brushing my teeth, worried my bleeding gums will give away my drinking habit to this professional stranger.
I know this isn't massive in the grand scheme of things, but it's another step, and I'm very conscious of the shop calling my name, tempting me to walk through the door and buy what I shouldn't.
All I seem to want these last few days is reassurance that im not alone with my worries, feeling and fears...
So here is another: I'm off to the dentist this morning. Embarrassed and ashamed of the many nights I passed out without brushing my teeth, worried my bleeding gums will give away my drinking habit to this professional stranger.
I know this isn't massive in the grand scheme of things, but it's another step, and I'm very conscious of the shop calling my name, tempting me to walk through the door and buy what I shouldn't.
Sarah,
I was always worried about people like dentists suspecting my drinking. Lots of people have bleeding gums and I'm sure you'll be fine. I wondered too about all the sugar I drank in the alcohol but my teeth turned out to be okay. I have developed a phobia of doctors after I received scary news regarding my drinking but I am also looking forward to going in the future and telling them honestly that I don't drink anymore.
The dentist sees all types of teeth in various conditions. I'm sure you'll be fine!
I was always worried about people like dentists suspecting my drinking. Lots of people have bleeding gums and I'm sure you'll be fine. I wondered too about all the sugar I drank in the alcohol but my teeth turned out to be okay. I have developed a phobia of doctors after I received scary news regarding my drinking but I am also looking forward to going in the future and telling them honestly that I don't drink anymore.
The dentist sees all types of teeth in various conditions. I'm sure you'll be fine!
Hi Sarah
I think dentists see a lot worse than bleeding gums, and from non alcoholics too...as for me, I had several abscesses and some pretty decayed teeth...no judgement was passed...
I'm sure you'll be fine
best wishes!
D
I think dentists see a lot worse than bleeding gums, and from non alcoholics too...as for me, I had several abscesses and some pretty decayed teeth...no judgement was passed...
I'm sure you'll be fine
best wishes!
D
Don't worry Sarah, it is normal to feel nervous I think. Remember though, the dentist is just doing his or her job and they have seen it all- it is their work to deal with all kind of circumstances and conditions. Just think, if you weren't going there for your cleanings/issues they wouldn't have work so you are doing them a favor!
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I think lots of people here have done the same. I certainly didn't brush my teeth when I passed out at night and I paid dearly for it. Just deal with the issues and move forward. Your dentist will take care of what needs to be taken care of and then you have a fresh start! You are not the first person to walk into a dental office feeling ashamed. They know that, they are there to help.
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