RhysMadison,

I had a post all written out to repond here and poof away it went when I tried to submit!

For now let me just offer up understanding as someone who isn't the most dental happy patient in the world.

I'll try again with the longer post before your appointment next week.

I do have faith in you and in your ability to let the dentist and assistants know that you are in need of extra care and that you are not exaggerating about being phobic.

The first dentist I was totally honest with about why I was so scared of dental work was sooooooooooo kind! He took his time, he and the assistant told me each thing they were doing and checked in with me along the way.

As for root canals? They are necessary to keep the mouth in good health. An infected root can get much worse so I am very glad you are taking care of this now.

You deserve to not have any jaw pain and to feel good about your smile!

More later sweetie. You're going to get through this okay. It is good you are asking these questions now and expressing your fears. I hope we are able to assist you before next week with a game plan for root canal day!

With lotsa good thoughts your way hon.