Pain Free Dental Work
Posted by admin on Mar 11, 2008
Isn’t this what we all want? I have been blessed to have had some good dental providers, one’s that care about whether or not I am in paid when they are working on me. This morning, I had some work done - just a prep and a temporary crown, but there was certainly a drill involved along with some tongue pinching my tools, as well as a nip at the gum line - OUCH!
Here is how to make sure you get good, pain-free dental care:
1. Get a referral. This is probably one of the best ways to know that you are in good hands. Get a referral from a friend or a family member.
2. Talk to your dentist about your concerns. Tell him or her you want to have a minimally painful procedure and ask about what can be given whether novacaine or something stronger if needed. I had one dentist use some odd tasting, but fast acting, super-duper nerve desensitizing anesthetic, so I know it’s out there.
3. Make sure the dentist knows your sign for “dude, I need more drugs”. Today, I used the time out sign - not for more drugs, but to say “ah, that’s my tongue under there”. He was apologetic, and of course I understand how hard it is to get to that last tooth at the back on the bottom.
I hope that helps and I hope your next visit is pain free. Fee free to let us know how you are doing.
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