Sometimes It Doesn't Go Perfectly
Not to pull on too many violin strings, but had a bad dental experience. The dentist and assistance worked efficiently, but still took a long time. My mouth is very small, so it was hard to keep it open, even with props.
But the worst part must have come right after I left with a temporary crown from the office. Face still numb, and tongue. I bit my tongue even while having just told myself to be careful not to do that. Pretty big gouge, way in the back. Not an experience to endorse.
So boys and girls, not being tongue-in-cheek, remember to be very careful with tongue and cheek when it comes your turn to be dummied up. A little life lesson there. This is going to take a few days to get over.
Me and Advil are experiencing an intense, short-term relationship.
PS Did not ask for, and was not offered, gas or Zantax. Just the novocane. Dentist said that uses of gas went out after popularity in the 20's and 50's. But I guess some dentists still use it (as an anxiety reliever?). I'm glad I wasn't loopy on top of careless, or I'd probably be in the hospital.
Comments
Oh--poor baby! But I recall the pain of biting a tongue when it just won't stay out of the way of the teeth. Hope you feel better as the day goes by.
Posted by: susan | June 11, 2008 4:56 AM
Sorry your experience wasn't less uncomfortable. l think I'll keep your post to myself. Don goes for a crown next week, and I think your experience wouldn't make him feel better about the whole thing.
I hope you're feeling better, and I hope your tongue heals quickly.
Cas
Posted by: cassie-b | June 11, 2008 8:24 AM
Eek! That sounds painful - I thought you had been quiet :)
We are both in the wars...I have a poorly knee, my bottom lip is quivering :(
Posted by: Diane | June 12, 2008 8:27 AM