No, not that. [1]Get your mind out of my gutter! Finally, I got off my ass and found a new dentist. Digressing for a moment, please ignore the multitude of typo’s in my last post. I was pressed for time and didn’t really check it for accuracy. Anyway, the new dentist is conveniently located in the heart of the Castro and I liked him immediately. I am very picky about people who I pay to make me better. Trust is big with me and I like knowing I’m not being shafted (in the bad way).
I must admit I was a tad paranoid. I found a dentist when I first moved to SF however, it had been 10 years since my teeth had seen any kind of professional work. Boy did I have some catching up to do. lol So today, I was thinking of the last time. It went very smooth though. Only minor build up and I was in and out under 2 hours. [2]For a first time visit, that was pretty fast. Ex-rays, consultation, cleaning. BAM! He did say he thought my choice of toothbrush had a big impact. My last dentist suggested the Sonicare brush and I gave it a whirl. I have an issue with paying $100 for a freaking toothbrush. I have to admit though, it was a good buy. Even on my random schedule of brushing, my gums were in good shape. And seeing a dentist get overly excited about your choice of toothbrush is rather comical I might add.
I only have one new small cavity and one of my existing fillings is cracked. [3]Damn popcorn kernels! I go back in two weeks to get the cavity fixed, two weeks after that the filling. Then comes the scary part. I get a referral to an orthodontist for braces. I’m hoping I’m a candidate for invisilign. I’ve decided if I’m not, I’m not getting braces. Try as I might, I can’t resolve myself to that. My teeth aren’t that crooked first of all. And trying to manage a clean mouth full of metal is more than I’m willing to bear. Wish me luck!
Moby, I had metal mouth for a year. Yes, it was sometimes painful, but the end result was worth it. Of course, ahem, I wasn’t using my mouth in certain ways at that time.
Finding a good dentist is so important. I have finally found one I like. It took me 10 years. The last dentist I had I nicknamed the butcher. Everytime I had work done, it seemed that his work would require more work later. Cost me a fortune. Goodluck with the invisilines.
After years and years of putting it off, this month I had my impacted wisdom teeth removed, and on Monday I go in and get my braces put on. At 31 years old, it’s a scary prospect to go through braces. Luckily I have a great dentist and ortho who cater to an adult crowd, though they still have PSPs to play with while you’re waiting.
I worry about upkeep, appearance, reaction, and how it will affect my professional life. Most people tell me “your teeth look fine” when I tell them about the braces. However, they don’t have to floss my small, crowded mouth, and they don’t see the full range of my smile because of my sensitivity to it. So, I’m doing it, and I’m doing it for me.
Good luck with the ortho, and thanks for sharing your story!
JustinFeed
I would gladly trade places…I’m having my remaining two wisdom teeth pulled on 3/14. Yikes!!!
You should always use a soft toothbrush. …and though it defies logic, brush easily – non agressive. I have the receding gums to show for that one.
But it is flossing that keeps the gums in good shape (another thing I learned the hard way). Floss is not really for dislodging food particle, but it don’t hurt. I keep floss at home, the office and my car (and travel bag).
And I found a good dentist (doesn’t everyone say they have the best one? what’s w/that??). Someone told me to find a woman dentist – they are gentler and have smaller hands.
….and it’s true. I absolutely love she!