Will my dentist think I don't take care of my teeth?

Okay, first off, I am twenty years old. During my childhood, I had lousy dental care, and in middle school my dentist was a quack. He gave me a root canal and never filled it so part of my tooth broke off and it's hollow! Not only that, I have 2 visible cavities and my wisdom teeth are coming in!


I'll admit that in elementary school I didn't take care of my teeth the best that I should, but once I got to middle school, I tried really well, and started brushing 2 or my times a day once I turned fourteen.


I don't eat a lot of sugar, I'm vegetarian, and only drink water (I NEVER drink soda). I think I just have week anamel(?) or something.


I'm going to the dentist soon, and I'm worried that he/she will scold me and accuse me of not taking care of my teeth when I do. I guess it's my fear of dentists that's getting to me, and I haven't been since I was about thirteen...


Any ways to overcome this fear?

Will my dentist think I don't take care of my teeth?
I was actually in that same situation.


I was afraid to go to the dentist, I only went when I had a severe toothache.


By the time I finally ended up going to the dentist I was so embarrassed. I think after awhile that's what kept me from going. I ended getting two root canals and 3 teeth removed AND braces.


It really wasn't as bad as I thought it would be, the dentist actually told me "You're getting it taken care of now, so don't worry." That's the part that matters....





Good Luck!!!
Reply:they will understand your fear, its been a long time scince you have been, but at least you are going.
Reply:The only way to get over your fear is to go and face it. It wont be as bad as you remember as a kid! Most dentists are really good at dealing with nervous patients, and will have seen far far worse teeth than yours.





You are paying for the dentist so there is no reason to worry about him scolding you. Just tell him the truth, if he make you feel uncomfortable, take your money somewhere else.
Reply:When I was in college, I went about 5 between visits to the dentist. Then, I decided it was time to go. I was nervous too. Nervous about what he'd have to do for my teeth, nervous about getting yelled at for not coming the dentist in a long time. But, my dentist was really cool. I think they understand that going to the dentist isn't most people's priority. Especially if they're poor or have bad teeth. For me, I was a poor college student and paying a lot of money for a painful experience didn't sound good to me.





I guess my advice is take that first step. It's the hardest but once you're there and find out what needs to be done, you'll feel much better. Plus, dentists see all kinds of problems and people much worse than you.





The one person who did kinda ***** at me was the hygienist. But, it was just to make sure I'd come back more often which I've done.
Reply:Don't worry about that. Ask around and get the names of dentists from people you know. Call the office and speak to them. The front desk people are the "window" into an office. If they are accommodating and kind, you can bet so is the doctor and staff. I'm a hygienist and see people like you often. I don't scold, yell, or intimidate. I help, recommend treatment and teach. If a provider yells at you; you should leave!!!!!



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