Today is the day for dentist.

[Mariapalmer]

I’m only writing on here as I just need to get it off my chest how anxious I am this morning , my belly feels awful I feel hot and shaken , I know I can do this I just with the symptoms of my anxiety would go away as it would make things so much more easier. I wouldn’t mind but I have nothing to even worry about ! My appointment isn’t unroll half 2 so I’m just sat waiting around to go!

[starryskies]

Hi Maria, just wanted to wish you all the best with your dental appointment later on today. My daughter has anxiety and in the past, visiting the dentist was really daunting, but we made our dentist aware of this and they were very understanding about it, which helped enormously.Is your own dentist aware of how you are feeling? Would you feel comfortable talking to them about it so that they could help you?Good luck and let us know how you get on x🙂

[Mariapalmer in reply to starryskies]

Hi starryskies! Thankyou so much! It’s awful I never used to have a problem until I started suffering with anxiety, I’ve not met this dentist before as I was referred to him to have two teeth taken out under sedation so I have no idea what kind of dentist he is , I just hope he is understanding as the last one wasn’t that’s why I changed dentists. I will let them know as I won’t be able to hide it at all! Thankyou so much I will let you know x

[starryskies in reply to Mariapalmer]

I think that anxiety about visiting the dentist is very common and if you already have anxiety, this makes it even harder. At our practice, there is a notice in the waiting area that says they realise that people often feel anxious about attending , that they do understand and asking patients to mention this to their dentist when they go in.There is also a local dental anxiety clinic in our area which very anxious patients can be referred to. Maybe there is something similar where you live?I think that just being able to talk about it with our dentist was a great weight off my daughter’s shoulders and she coped remarkably well with her dental treatment because of the kindness and understanding that she was shown at the time.

[Mariapalmer in reply to starryskies]

That’s good they have that sign! It does really help when you have an appointment and they’re understanding it does really help! I have no idea about this practice I didn’t even know of it I till I was referred I’m just hoping they’re nice enough so I can feel the most comfortable I can whilst there! I think when I get there if they’re kind and understanding I’ll calm down a lot , I just really don’t want to cry , I always feel like I’m a problem to people as I’m not the worst but also not the easiest to deal with either as I’m very anxious !

[Mariapalmer]

I got the wrong month I don’t have dentist today 😂😂😂😂

[starryskies in reply to Mariapalmer]

😂😂😂Hope you’re feeling a bit better now and that you can enjoy the rest of your weekend x

[Mariapalmer in reply to starryskies]

I have to laugh about it but I finally got geared up to go and then double checked the paper stuff to take with me then realised 😂😂😂 Thankyou I hope you get to enjoy your weekend too x

[Agora1 in reply to Mariapalmer]

Mariapalmer, now that you've got a reprieve, make this the best day ever!

You deserve it. xx Oh Happy Days

[Mariapalmer in reply to Agora1]

I felt stupid telling mum I got the wrong day she laughed! Going to ring them on Monday to see if they could get me in before just because I’m meant to be going away end of September I really want to get it out the way!

Thankyou! Hope your having a good day!xx

[Agora1 in reply to Mariapalmer]

Good idea to get it over with so you can enjoy going away.

Good luck getting an earlier appointment. xx

[Mariapalmer in reply to Agora1]

Very true ! Thanks very much xx

[Minnie87 in reply to Mariapalmer]

Came on to see how it went and lol you got the wrong day!

Oh well,least you can enjoy the sunshine xx

[Minnie87 in reply to Minnie87]

And how are you agora? Xx

[Agora1 in reply to Minnie87]

Staying in...too hot out there! Good day to work on the forum

How are you Minnie? I hope you are getting some "me" time in

this weekend. xx

[Minnie87 in reply to Agora1]

I think the whole world is hot right now!

Its too much isn’t it.

Yes i am.I’m trying my best to be positive today and float through symptoms.

How has your weekend been? Xx

[Agora1 in reply to Minnie87]

I'm doing the same Minnie...meditating, mindfulness and deep breathing the day away. Ah... peace and calm. Breathe xx

[Minnie87 in reply to Agora1]

Sounds lovely!deep breathing is something i dont think i ever do naturally so i do try to take time out to make sure i do that now xx

[Indigojoe in reply to Mariapalmer]

Maria, this is a good opportunity for you to drive to the dentists office and just pull into the parking lot. THEN you can de sensitize yourself to the office. I had to do this years ago. I did "systematic desensitization" in order to get into the dental chair. By the time I had become familiar with the new office, my appointment was a breeze. This might have been a gift, my dear!

[Mariapalmer in reply to Indigojoe]

I don’t have to drive to this one it’s literally up the road but that’s a really good idea x