Oh I'm sorry you have to have a root canal. I've had 2 of those. I had a bad experience with one of them. I found out later I did not need a root canal, after I had gone through an infection. The dentist I went to was just money hungry. But I found a wonderful dentist now and I am comfortable going to the dentist now. He has never caused any pain and takes his time with me. He's not much older then I am and his wife works in his office as well and they always have their 3 children there with them. So I feel very comfortable. I really hope your appointment goes well. This is funny but my sister goes to a dentist that do peticures while you get your teeth cleaned. I told her that is just to weird for me. Let us know how it goes. And make sure ya get the good drugs after. Monty