i had been to a dentist yesterday.. the guy put local anasthesia in my jaw and it was numb for almost 1 day. it feels so stupid.!! did u ever feel like that??
Do u get this annoying feeling of Numbness after being to a Dentist!??
Yes, everytime I visit my dentist I get this numbness. I kinda like it LOL.
Reply:yes its called Novacaine and it is supposed to numb the area where work is done
Reply:You only get a numbness when you get a filling for your cavity. They poke a needle in your gums to put in the fillings. Some other things make a numbness too, like that anasthesia.
Reply:If the novacaine gets into the nerve (which happens often when you get a shot in your jaw, it has a nerve along your jawline) it takes a lot longer to clear out of your system.
Reply:Yes, they either used / Lidocaine, Novacaine, or zylocaine.. it works on everybody differently .
Friday, November 13, 2009
Hello again! i need some advice. Got mega infection in my tooth/gums still and dentist fobbed me off with?
amoxycillin and that was it, hospitals wont help me, been told to go to a and e till im seen, or go back to dentist. Doctor refuses to see me. Infection getting worse by the minute, face entirely swollen and it has spread to my lower face now, got a temp and glands are up. help me! rung every local hospital this morning and dentist engaged! im in agony! im leaving work at 3pm to try to get seen somewhere!
Hello again! i need some advice. Got mega infection in my tooth/gums still and dentist fobbed me off with?
You have to get rid of the infection first otherwise it could spread all around your gums. Finish all your antibiotics then go back and see the dentist. But if you're in alot of pain, dont bother ringing the hospitals, just turn up and kick up a stink. Somebody will see you. Is it a wisdom tooth by the way? If it is then most dentists should refer you a dentist that specialises in wisdom teeth. Ordinary dentists dont like to take them out because its complicated and they might break your jaw. In the meantime, take double strength Ibuprofen and a couple of paracetemol. I promise the pain will ease off! Trust me, I know what i'm talking about. I had 3 wisdom teeth out in one sitting last year and i've gotta wait til the 23rd of December to have another one out!!
Hope you get it sorted. Toothache is the worst thing in the world! (ear ache is a pretty close second though!)
Reply:Gargle with pure peroxide and get to a dentist or hospital!
Reply:Pioyreah is incurable and in time you will be giving the BEST blow jobs money can buy sorry but it is a fact...happy hubby though!
Reply:PAIN KILLERS LOTS OF THEM
Reply:Ah, there's nothing worse than tooth ache etc. Try gargling with luke warm salt water. Just get out of work, go to your dentist and demand to be seen. Don't leave until you are. Hospitals never do much anyway but if you go stalk your dentist, fingers crossed he'll realise how bad it is and sort you out. Good Luck love x x x
Reply:walk into a hospital and just collaspe on the floor!
Then they will have to treat you! :o)
Reply:try another dentist.
Reply:find a competent dentist to attest to your plight and sue the first .
you will have a 26% chance of a settlement given u have proof.
good luck I got worse story with the dentist but never mind.
Reply:This sounds horrid - not a normal gum infection for sure. This is a dental problem, so the dentist must see you and sort this out. This is the norm in the UK (if that's where you are) - doctors will not treat dental problems. Keep ringing the dentist until you get through. If they can see you before 3pm then don't wait, go!
Reply:The dentist probably can't do anything until the infection has receded. Amoxycillin will kill the infection but it does take time to work. Take painkillers for a couple of days. It sounds like you've got an abscess.
Go home, take a sickie. Fill a hot water bottle, take more painkillers (ask a chemist for the best one) and go to sleep. You're no good to anyone until the infection dies.
Reply:speaking from experience you need to see a dr that can prescribe stronger anti biotics. amoxillin does not kill all bacterial infections...trust me I really know about dental abscesses and infections. I'm having operation this afternoon to remove infected root having been in pain and on multitudes of anti b's for the past 4 months. Good Luck
Reply:mix equal parts baking soda and dab some damp cotton wool into it then place between tooth and gum where the infection is and leave it in. this will draw out the infection. spit this out and gargle with warm salty water. this worked for me
good luck
Reply:As it is so swollen the dentist should have drained it - u would feel instant relief. Do you have a dental hospital nearby?? if so get there as soon as you can. Hope you feel better soon:)
Reply:if the swelling has spread to the lower part of ure face aswell, they i would suggest, going to the dental practice, forget about an appt just turn up, when the reception staff see the swelling they will not be able to refuse you, i am a dental nurse and we would see anybody with an increasing swelling straight away, if the amoxicillin hasnt helped, they will probably need to make any incision in the abcess to let the pus drain out...
honestly do not delay just turn up at the dentist,,,,
A%E will just fob you off with more painkillers as they cant be bothered wit dental emergency... best of luck
Reply:I hope everyone in the USA who reads these complaints about the NHS will realize that "National Health Care for Everyone" is NOT the way to do things.
Reply:Amoxicillin is specific for this type of infection so keep taking it until it is gone. It should work. How long have you been taking it? If it's been a few days and nothing yet, you may have a more serious problem, but usually just give the antibiotics a chance to work and you should be fine. After the infection is gone, you may need a root canal or an extraction.
Reply:Please do what faders girl said you will then get treated not a nice thing to do only sometimes it can be the only way good luck
Jewelry
Hello again! i need some advice. Got mega infection in my tooth/gums still and dentist fobbed me off with?
You have to get rid of the infection first otherwise it could spread all around your gums. Finish all your antibiotics then go back and see the dentist. But if you're in alot of pain, dont bother ringing the hospitals, just turn up and kick up a stink. Somebody will see you. Is it a wisdom tooth by the way? If it is then most dentists should refer you a dentist that specialises in wisdom teeth. Ordinary dentists dont like to take them out because its complicated and they might break your jaw. In the meantime, take double strength Ibuprofen and a couple of paracetemol. I promise the pain will ease off! Trust me, I know what i'm talking about. I had 3 wisdom teeth out in one sitting last year and i've gotta wait til the 23rd of December to have another one out!!
Hope you get it sorted. Toothache is the worst thing in the world! (ear ache is a pretty close second though!)
Reply:Gargle with pure peroxide and get to a dentist or hospital!
Reply:Pioyreah is incurable and in time you will be giving the BEST blow jobs money can buy sorry but it is a fact...happy hubby though!
Reply:PAIN KILLERS LOTS OF THEM
Reply:Ah, there's nothing worse than tooth ache etc. Try gargling with luke warm salt water. Just get out of work, go to your dentist and demand to be seen. Don't leave until you are. Hospitals never do much anyway but if you go stalk your dentist, fingers crossed he'll realise how bad it is and sort you out. Good Luck love x x x
Reply:walk into a hospital and just collaspe on the floor!
Then they will have to treat you! :o)
Reply:try another dentist.
Reply:find a competent dentist to attest to your plight and sue the first .
you will have a 26% chance of a settlement given u have proof.
good luck I got worse story with the dentist but never mind.
Reply:This sounds horrid - not a normal gum infection for sure. This is a dental problem, so the dentist must see you and sort this out. This is the norm in the UK (if that's where you are) - doctors will not treat dental problems. Keep ringing the dentist until you get through. If they can see you before 3pm then don't wait, go!
Reply:The dentist probably can't do anything until the infection has receded. Amoxycillin will kill the infection but it does take time to work. Take painkillers for a couple of days. It sounds like you've got an abscess.
Go home, take a sickie. Fill a hot water bottle, take more painkillers (ask a chemist for the best one) and go to sleep. You're no good to anyone until the infection dies.
Reply:speaking from experience you need to see a dr that can prescribe stronger anti biotics. amoxillin does not kill all bacterial infections...trust me I really know about dental abscesses and infections. I'm having operation this afternoon to remove infected root having been in pain and on multitudes of anti b's for the past 4 months. Good Luck
Reply:mix equal parts baking soda and dab some damp cotton wool into it then place between tooth and gum where the infection is and leave it in. this will draw out the infection. spit this out and gargle with warm salty water. this worked for me
good luck
Reply:As it is so swollen the dentist should have drained it - u would feel instant relief. Do you have a dental hospital nearby?? if so get there as soon as you can. Hope you feel better soon:)
Reply:if the swelling has spread to the lower part of ure face aswell, they i would suggest, going to the dental practice, forget about an appt just turn up, when the reception staff see the swelling they will not be able to refuse you, i am a dental nurse and we would see anybody with an increasing swelling straight away, if the amoxicillin hasnt helped, they will probably need to make any incision in the abcess to let the pus drain out...
honestly do not delay just turn up at the dentist,,,,
A%E will just fob you off with more painkillers as they cant be bothered wit dental emergency... best of luck
Reply:I hope everyone in the USA who reads these complaints about the NHS will realize that "National Health Care for Everyone" is NOT the way to do things.
Reply:Amoxicillin is specific for this type of infection so keep taking it until it is gone. It should work. How long have you been taking it? If it's been a few days and nothing yet, you may have a more serious problem, but usually just give the antibiotics a chance to work and you should be fine. After the infection is gone, you may need a root canal or an extraction.
Reply:Please do what faders girl said you will then get treated not a nice thing to do only sometimes it can be the only way good luck
Jewelry
Had local anaesthetic at dentists this am and feel weird?
spaced out and weak. seem to remember i felt this last time. is this normal. last time went back to normal ok. anyone else get this?
Had local anaesthetic at dentists this am and feel weird?
This can be normal after anesthesia administration, especially if it had some epinephrine in the anesthetic. Just take it easy and relax and it should wear off in no time. If it hasn't worn off after about 8 hours or so then maybe call your dentist and check to see if it's normal because it can also depend on the anesthetic used. Good luck.
Reply:I get it. Luckily I have an understand dentist, he lets me take my time getting up. I feel like I'm near passing out, and I have to go home and sleep. Most people think its because of a phobia of needles, but for me it isn't - I don't have this problem with other needles. One thing I found that helps is having a glucose drink before the anaesthetic - ask your dentist about this next time. I've never known anyone else to suffer from this, but my dentist did have another few patients. He said it is unusual, but nothing to worry about. Usually takes me 12-24 hours to feel better, depending where the injection was. Hope you feel better soon - just have an easy day today, an excuse to put your feet up!
Reply:See your doctor
Reply:it'll wear off in a few hours.
Reply:some people dont cope very well with general anaesthetic i assume local can be the same. if i were you i would see how tomorow is because it should be out your system then.
Reply:Yes. I get this everytime. I try to make sure i dont drive after and stay with someone....
Reply:Anaesthetic does take time to wear out and takes 24hrs to completly be out off your body,its normal so dont worry about it.Just be careful what you are doing,try not to drive and operate machinery.
Had local anaesthetic at dentists this am and feel weird?
This can be normal after anesthesia administration, especially if it had some epinephrine in the anesthetic. Just take it easy and relax and it should wear off in no time. If it hasn't worn off after about 8 hours or so then maybe call your dentist and check to see if it's normal because it can also depend on the anesthetic used. Good luck.
Reply:I get it. Luckily I have an understand dentist, he lets me take my time getting up. I feel like I'm near passing out, and I have to go home and sleep. Most people think its because of a phobia of needles, but for me it isn't - I don't have this problem with other needles. One thing I found that helps is having a glucose drink before the anaesthetic - ask your dentist about this next time. I've never known anyone else to suffer from this, but my dentist did have another few patients. He said it is unusual, but nothing to worry about. Usually takes me 12-24 hours to feel better, depending where the injection was. Hope you feel better soon - just have an easy day today, an excuse to put your feet up!
Reply:See your doctor
Reply:it'll wear off in a few hours.
Reply:some people dont cope very well with general anaesthetic i assume local can be the same. if i were you i would see how tomorow is because it should be out your system then.
Reply:Yes. I get this everytime. I try to make sure i dont drive after and stay with someone....
Reply:Anaesthetic does take time to wear out and takes 24hrs to completly be out off your body,its normal so dont worry about it.Just be careful what you are doing,try not to drive and operate machinery.
How bad will it be for my five year old to have a milk tooth out at the dentist tomorrow?
My five year old is going to have a front, milk tooth taken out at the dentist tomorrow, with local anaesthetic. It is a double rooted tooth, so more difficult to remove than normal, I think. Will he have to wait between the injection and the dentist taking it out? How long will it take? How long after is it likely to hurt for? Is it ok to have a friend to play the same evening?
How bad will it be for my five year old to have a milk tooth out at the dentist tomorrow?
Yeah, I think you will have to wait. It shouldn't take that long. It might hurt for a day or so. And I think you should have a friend come over. The little child could use some company. Good Luck!
Reply:As far as I recall from when I was really young - all these things that affect adults more severely didn't affect me at all!
I had 4 milk teeth out because they were crowding and walked home grinning at everyone toothlessly with a lollipop from the dentist %26amp; then went out to play!
Reply:Poor little mite. It probably will hurt but these are all questions you should ask your dentist. I personally wouldn't invite a friend round that evening just in case he is still in pain or just a bit unsettled with it all.
Reply:yes, for the anaesthetic to act(probably 15 minutes. He won't feel a thing. He probably will feel dopey for the day and will want to sleep early.
Never heard of a milk tooth.
Reply:it shouldn't hurt... they give you novacaNE. aND THE NOVACANE SHOT SHOULDN'T HURT EITHER BECAUSE they give you this gell to numb the spot. then they take the gell out and give you the shot. The shot doesn't hurt. Then they wait until the novacane kicks in and pull the tooth. Shouldn't hurt. Hope this helps
And sorry i accidently hit caps lock.
My grandma calls baby teeth milk teeth too!!
Reply:My oldest had her two lower front teeth removed about 2 months apart. It was really no big deal. We kept her home from school after the extractions were done. I think each one was about 45 minutes. That was mostly due to the novacain.
She was uncomfortable, but back to herself within a few hours.
Reply:wont be that bad. he will get a gel to numb the place were the shot will be administered and after they shoot him with the novocaine, theyll pull the tooth. he wont feel anything put the pressure thats applied on the tooth to make it come out. it will be quick ... like 15 minutes
Reply:You're overreacting. The dental assistant will cover the child's eyes so he doesn't see the needle. He won't feel a thing when it comes out and it will heal quickly. My son almost couldn't tell it was gone. Tylenol every 4 hours should keep him in good shape.
TX Mom
How bad will it be for my five year old to have a milk tooth out at the dentist tomorrow?
Yeah, I think you will have to wait. It shouldn't take that long. It might hurt for a day or so. And I think you should have a friend come over. The little child could use some company. Good Luck!
Reply:As far as I recall from when I was really young - all these things that affect adults more severely didn't affect me at all!
I had 4 milk teeth out because they were crowding and walked home grinning at everyone toothlessly with a lollipop from the dentist %26amp; then went out to play!
Reply:Poor little mite. It probably will hurt but these are all questions you should ask your dentist. I personally wouldn't invite a friend round that evening just in case he is still in pain or just a bit unsettled with it all.
Reply:yes, for the anaesthetic to act(probably 15 minutes. He won't feel a thing. He probably will feel dopey for the day and will want to sleep early.
Never heard of a milk tooth.
Reply:it shouldn't hurt... they give you novacaNE. aND THE NOVACANE SHOT SHOULDN'T HURT EITHER BECAUSE they give you this gell to numb the spot. then they take the gell out and give you the shot. The shot doesn't hurt. Then they wait until the novacane kicks in and pull the tooth. Shouldn't hurt. Hope this helps
And sorry i accidently hit caps lock.
My grandma calls baby teeth milk teeth too!!
Reply:My oldest had her two lower front teeth removed about 2 months apart. It was really no big deal. We kept her home from school after the extractions were done. I think each one was about 45 minutes. That was mostly due to the novacain.
She was uncomfortable, but back to herself within a few hours.
Reply:wont be that bad. he will get a gel to numb the place were the shot will be administered and after they shoot him with the novocaine, theyll pull the tooth. he wont feel anything put the pressure thats applied on the tooth to make it come out. it will be quick ... like 15 minutes
Reply:You're overreacting. The dental assistant will cover the child's eyes so he doesn't see the needle. He won't feel a thing when it comes out and it will heal quickly. My son almost couldn't tell it was gone. Tylenol every 4 hours should keep him in good shape.
TX Mom
Can I choose to have my wisdom teeth removed under general as opposed to local anaesthetic?
I have recently been told that I need to have my upper wisdom teeth removed, my dentist said he will do the procedure in the dentist chair under local anaestetic. I am seriously not very good about things to do with my teeth and I'm pertified about having the procedure done. I smashed my front tooth in half in an accident earlier this year and it's left me very nervous of anything to do with my teeth. There is no way that I can sit there and have my teeth crunched and cracked whilst I'm concious of it (big wimp I know but the idea of it really freaks me out!).
Does anybody know if I can request to have them removed under general anastetic at the Hospital even though my dentist says he can do them?
Can I choose to have my wisdom teeth removed under general as opposed to local anaesthetic?
I just had my wisdom teeth removed 5 days ago. I had all 4 removed and had no problems so far. I had the procedure done by an oral surgeon, I highly recommend going to a specialist, not to a hospital or regular dentist for this, because the oral surgeon has obviously had a lot of practice with this and they will take very good care of you. She gave me the option of being under general anastetic or sedation, she recommended sedation so I chose that. They gave me laughing gas and sedation through an IV in my arm. After about 30 seconds, I felt the sedation start to kick in. I was conscious through the whole operation but barely. Then they started to work away on removing my wisdom teeth. Even though I could hear my teeth cracking (I too get squismish at that sound) and them tugging forcefully at my teeth, it didn't bother me one bit. I was so much in La La Land that nothing could have bothered me at that point. That was some good stuff. lol :)
The 1st day I had some bleeding, but after a few change of dressings it stopped that same day. 1st and 2nd day I could only eat room temperature or cold, soft foods like ice cream, smoothies, milkshakes, yogurt, etc. The 3rd day I pretty much back to eating normal foods. And have had no pain what so ever due to taking Vicodin.
I was also petrified about having this procedure done, I had put it off for a very long time, to the point where my wisdom teeth were infected and I had no choice but to get them removed. Other people scared me with their horror stories but I now realize that it really varies from person to person. I am so glad that I got this done, I wish I would have got it done sooner.
Reply:Hi!
I had mine done in hospital because the dentist said that was the best place to have the procedure done.
The only advice I would give you is make sure you have THE MOST powerful pain killers when you get home - YOU WILL NEED THEM!!
Like the saying goes - been there - got the T-shirt!!
Best of luck!!
Reply:I had general for mine. I didnt go to hospital the dentist sent me to another clinic in the next town. It was all done in an afternoon.
Reply:I'm sure that your dentist will be more than happy to talk to you about the issue. They usually dont do wisdom teeth in hospitals any more. I got mine out a year and a half ago and you go to an oral surgeon. Remember though, most times insurance doesnt cover all of wisdom teeth cause they consider it a cosmetic surgery. Crap yes I know but I had to shell out two grand for my teeth. And general anesthetics cost lots of dollars fyi. Talk to your dentist I'm sure he'll be able to make you aware of all your options.
Reply:my son was done under general you have to find a dentist that will do it our local hospital where he was seeing an orthodontist wouldn't do it we had to find one ourselves it was 20 miles away and we had to wait 2 months but it was the only way he would let it be done
Reply:There are many dentists that specialize in sedation or sleep dentistry. If you are near a reasonably sized metro area you can probably find one by searching for sedation or sleep dentistry.
This type of dentistry costs more than a regular dentist and there may be differences in insurance coverage. If you find one in your area I'm sure they will be happy to answer any questions you have about the costs, insurance and any additional risks.
Reply:Usually the hospital will only do it if they are impacted. You can request it but it would cost you.
Reply:I had my wisdom teeth removed 5 weeks ago under general anesthesia. There are problems there, too. Although you will not remember the surgery consider this: I cried for hours afterwords. A side effect of the general anesthesia. My left hand turned dark purple (it's still sort of greenish) and I have hard lumps in the vein where the needle was inserted that hurt if they are touched. I've posted a question in this same forum looking to see if this is normal or not.
Please remember, too, that upper wisdom teeth are not as difficult. Mine were lower. If it were only my uppers I would have only had the local done.
Hope this helps.
Reply:I am about to get the Tee-shirt, I have to have a wisdon tooth removed from the top and a root-canal on the bottom and I have chosen to have this done under sedation on the same day...am I tough or what!...but no, I am a wimp as well when it comes to dentists, however the first time I visited the dentist (in 16 years) was on the NHS and I did not feel happy about the up coming treatment so I went to a private clinic for a check up, It is going to cost me a whole lot more but I am putting my money where my mouth is!, I am told by my sister in law ( who has been sedated before at the dentisits) that it feels like being with the fairies, we shall see, but I am still scared. Best thing to do is talk it over to reasure yourself, once it is done it is done and you will feel a whole lot better either way!
Reply:i had an oral surgeon to remove mine and i had general. I loved falling to sleep and waking up after it was done and just taking the pain pills afterward. just ask if you can have it. you are paying, so you can ask these things. good luck
Reply:Im terrified of the dentist too, I have to have some 'happy juice' before I even have a check up!!!
My dentist gives me a dose of temazepam and it totally relaxes me. I hate the sound of drills and cracking pulled teeth etc, but when ive had the temazepam, I couldnt give a monkeys. Fantastic stuff - I just dont care, feel very very relaxed and calm, the sounds dont even bother me, ive even drifted off to sleep once when the dentist was working inside my mouth, and the nurse had to poke me awake!!!
I can highly recommend it, im a total wuss with the dentist, but once ive had the temazepam I wouldnt care if he was drilling with a pneumatic road drill, honest!!
Reply:Go to an Oral Surgeon. It can be done in the office under sedation. You do not need to have local. Just go to an oral surgeon, he specializes in those areas of extraction.
Mine were done that way.
Reply:if you can do it under local, isn't that better than taking a risk with general? At worst you could die. Aren't you scared of that more?
Honestly, once you have a local, you won't feel it. I was scared shitless about having root canal. Everyone says how painful and horrible it is, but after the jabs, it didn't hurt and I've had three done! (my teeth suck)
No one likes the dentist and it's normal to hate needles. Truth is, the anaesthetic stops the pain.
Reply:Yes, you can get them out under general anesthesia. Usually the oral surgeon can put you under, ask your detnist to refer you to the one they use. If your dentist still insists he can do the treament that's fine but explain why and see if they will referyou to one. If they don't you can call the 1800 dentist and ask for one in your area, they can give you their backround info or ask around with friends and family. You will find one that can help you for your peace of mind.
Reply:Every individual is different some dentists recommend they are done in hospital if the procedure looks to be complicated, if your dentist can do them under local that's the best option as it involves the least risk to you in regards to the anaesthetic, but if you insist then your dentist should refer you to have them removed either under general or sedation. You cannot be forced to have them removed by him.
Does anybody know if I can request to have them removed under general anastetic at the Hospital even though my dentist says he can do them?
Can I choose to have my wisdom teeth removed under general as opposed to local anaesthetic?
I just had my wisdom teeth removed 5 days ago. I had all 4 removed and had no problems so far. I had the procedure done by an oral surgeon, I highly recommend going to a specialist, not to a hospital or regular dentist for this, because the oral surgeon has obviously had a lot of practice with this and they will take very good care of you. She gave me the option of being under general anastetic or sedation, she recommended sedation so I chose that. They gave me laughing gas and sedation through an IV in my arm. After about 30 seconds, I felt the sedation start to kick in. I was conscious through the whole operation but barely. Then they started to work away on removing my wisdom teeth. Even though I could hear my teeth cracking (I too get squismish at that sound) and them tugging forcefully at my teeth, it didn't bother me one bit. I was so much in La La Land that nothing could have bothered me at that point. That was some good stuff. lol :)
The 1st day I had some bleeding, but after a few change of dressings it stopped that same day. 1st and 2nd day I could only eat room temperature or cold, soft foods like ice cream, smoothies, milkshakes, yogurt, etc. The 3rd day I pretty much back to eating normal foods. And have had no pain what so ever due to taking Vicodin.
I was also petrified about having this procedure done, I had put it off for a very long time, to the point where my wisdom teeth were infected and I had no choice but to get them removed. Other people scared me with their horror stories but I now realize that it really varies from person to person. I am so glad that I got this done, I wish I would have got it done sooner.
Reply:Hi!
I had mine done in hospital because the dentist said that was the best place to have the procedure done.
The only advice I would give you is make sure you have THE MOST powerful pain killers when you get home - YOU WILL NEED THEM!!
Like the saying goes - been there - got the T-shirt!!
Best of luck!!
Reply:I had general for mine. I didnt go to hospital the dentist sent me to another clinic in the next town. It was all done in an afternoon.
Reply:I'm sure that your dentist will be more than happy to talk to you about the issue. They usually dont do wisdom teeth in hospitals any more. I got mine out a year and a half ago and you go to an oral surgeon. Remember though, most times insurance doesnt cover all of wisdom teeth cause they consider it a cosmetic surgery. Crap yes I know but I had to shell out two grand for my teeth. And general anesthetics cost lots of dollars fyi. Talk to your dentist I'm sure he'll be able to make you aware of all your options.
Reply:my son was done under general you have to find a dentist that will do it our local hospital where he was seeing an orthodontist wouldn't do it we had to find one ourselves it was 20 miles away and we had to wait 2 months but it was the only way he would let it be done
Reply:There are many dentists that specialize in sedation or sleep dentistry. If you are near a reasonably sized metro area you can probably find one by searching for sedation or sleep dentistry.
This type of dentistry costs more than a regular dentist and there may be differences in insurance coverage. If you find one in your area I'm sure they will be happy to answer any questions you have about the costs, insurance and any additional risks.
Reply:Usually the hospital will only do it if they are impacted. You can request it but it would cost you.
Reply:I had my wisdom teeth removed 5 weeks ago under general anesthesia. There are problems there, too. Although you will not remember the surgery consider this: I cried for hours afterwords. A side effect of the general anesthesia. My left hand turned dark purple (it's still sort of greenish) and I have hard lumps in the vein where the needle was inserted that hurt if they are touched. I've posted a question in this same forum looking to see if this is normal or not.
Please remember, too, that upper wisdom teeth are not as difficult. Mine were lower. If it were only my uppers I would have only had the local done.
Hope this helps.
Reply:I am about to get the Tee-shirt, I have to have a wisdon tooth removed from the top and a root-canal on the bottom and I have chosen to have this done under sedation on the same day...am I tough or what!...but no, I am a wimp as well when it comes to dentists, however the first time I visited the dentist (in 16 years) was on the NHS and I did not feel happy about the up coming treatment so I went to a private clinic for a check up, It is going to cost me a whole lot more but I am putting my money where my mouth is!, I am told by my sister in law ( who has been sedated before at the dentisits) that it feels like being with the fairies, we shall see, but I am still scared. Best thing to do is talk it over to reasure yourself, once it is done it is done and you will feel a whole lot better either way!
Reply:i had an oral surgeon to remove mine and i had general. I loved falling to sleep and waking up after it was done and just taking the pain pills afterward. just ask if you can have it. you are paying, so you can ask these things. good luck
Reply:Im terrified of the dentist too, I have to have some 'happy juice' before I even have a check up!!!
My dentist gives me a dose of temazepam and it totally relaxes me. I hate the sound of drills and cracking pulled teeth etc, but when ive had the temazepam, I couldnt give a monkeys. Fantastic stuff - I just dont care, feel very very relaxed and calm, the sounds dont even bother me, ive even drifted off to sleep once when the dentist was working inside my mouth, and the nurse had to poke me awake!!!
I can highly recommend it, im a total wuss with the dentist, but once ive had the temazepam I wouldnt care if he was drilling with a pneumatic road drill, honest!!
Reply:Go to an Oral Surgeon. It can be done in the office under sedation. You do not need to have local. Just go to an oral surgeon, he specializes in those areas of extraction.
Mine were done that way.
Reply:if you can do it under local, isn't that better than taking a risk with general? At worst you could die. Aren't you scared of that more?
Honestly, once you have a local, you won't feel it. I was scared shitless about having root canal. Everyone says how painful and horrible it is, but after the jabs, it didn't hurt and I've had three done! (my teeth suck)
No one likes the dentist and it's normal to hate needles. Truth is, the anaesthetic stops the pain.
Reply:Yes, you can get them out under general anesthesia. Usually the oral surgeon can put you under, ask your detnist to refer you to the one they use. If your dentist still insists he can do the treament that's fine but explain why and see if they will referyou to one. If they don't you can call the 1800 dentist and ask for one in your area, they can give you their backround info or ask around with friends and family. You will find one that can help you for your peace of mind.
Reply:Every individual is different some dentists recommend they are done in hospital if the procedure looks to be complicated, if your dentist can do them under local that's the best option as it involves the least risk to you in regards to the anaesthetic, but if you insist then your dentist should refer you to have them removed either under general or sedation. You cannot be forced to have them removed by him.
Monday, April 27, 2009
Will dentist put local anesthetic for only try in on final veneers?
Will dentist put local anesthetic for only try in on final veneers?
They shouldn't put local anesthetic on a patient rite? How can a patient feel if the final veneers are comfortable or not if he's numbed and his gum %26amp; teeth can't feel anything rite?
Will dentist put local anesthetic for only try in on final veneers?
I'm a dentist.
You will likely not need anesthetic, either topical or injected, if your doctor prepared your teeth for the veneers properly (i.e. drilled them down no more than needed). Under normal circumstances, the amount of tooth structure that needs to be removed is quite small--about 1mm, give or take, depending on the amount of modfication to the tooth's shape that needs to be made.
If your teeth are particularly sensitive, however, you obviously may need anesthesia. Also, if your gingiva isn't healthy and bleeds a lot, local anesthetic with vasoconstrictor may be used to minimize bleeding. If blood seeps between the veneer and the tooth before the cements have cured, you may see a brownish stain under your veneer. This is a serious no-no.
As far as comfort goes, it's really not an issue. Your veneers should not come into contact with your opposing teeth during normal movements of the lower jaw. Your doctor can evaluate this whether you're numb or not.
Reply:Most likely they will give you anesthetic.
You could try it without anesthetic, but it may be too painful to bear. However, then again, it may not be.
It is difficult to feel their comfort when you are numb.. it is one of the toughest things about veneers.
You should discuss this concern with your dentist.
They shouldn't put local anesthetic on a patient rite? How can a patient feel if the final veneers are comfortable or not if he's numbed and his gum %26amp; teeth can't feel anything rite?
Will dentist put local anesthetic for only try in on final veneers?
I'm a dentist.
You will likely not need anesthetic, either topical or injected, if your doctor prepared your teeth for the veneers properly (i.e. drilled them down no more than needed). Under normal circumstances, the amount of tooth structure that needs to be removed is quite small--about 1mm, give or take, depending on the amount of modfication to the tooth's shape that needs to be made.
If your teeth are particularly sensitive, however, you obviously may need anesthesia. Also, if your gingiva isn't healthy and bleeds a lot, local anesthetic with vasoconstrictor may be used to minimize bleeding. If blood seeps between the veneer and the tooth before the cements have cured, you may see a brownish stain under your veneer. This is a serious no-no.
As far as comfort goes, it's really not an issue. Your veneers should not come into contact with your opposing teeth during normal movements of the lower jaw. Your doctor can evaluate this whether you're numb or not.
Reply:Most likely they will give you anesthetic.
You could try it without anesthetic, but it may be too painful to bear. However, then again, it may not be.
It is difficult to feel their comfort when you are numb.. it is one of the toughest things about veneers.
You should discuss this concern with your dentist.
I have a chipped tooth which is cut my cheek i cannot find a local dentist?
Who thinks NHS dentist is having a laugh? I can handle the pain i can take pain killers what i am worried about is my children, they are fine but if i cant find a dentist soon enough i wiil have to go private. Do private dentists let you pay in instalments?
I have a chipped tooth which is cut my cheek i cannot find a local dentist?
You keep trying the NHS http://www.nhs.uk/ and get that tooth fixed.
The bigger problem is that you don't really have the cash for a costly procedure.
Mexico is cheap on Dentistry but if you go there, make sure your seeing a "real" dentist...
Or you can...
Put 3 or so pounds a week in a jar that says "Dentist" on it. Make sure you can't see in the jar.
Wait until next time you need a dentist, (kids too) and open the jar!
Depending on how well you practice dental hygiene...will be how long until your next time.
Also research private dentist's in your area and ring them up. Ask what what they have available for "low income families". Many dentist's will except a payment plan or knock off a few pounds if you are "low income".
Check out these links:
http://www.dentalguide.co.uk/index.html
http://www.privatehealth.co.uk/private-d...
http://www.rdoc.org.uk/find_a_dentist_uk...
http://www.queensway.co.uk/
http://www.smiledentalcare.co.uk/
Reply:You can always pay in installments.
Be up front in your situation, and generally the dentist will also
charge you less.
good luck
Reply:yes! try some wax from those little wax bottles of sugar water sold for kids. it will cover the jagged edge.
Reply:if you ring nhs direct they have emergency dentists in your area and they also have a list of nhs dentists that are taking on patients i only know this because my husband didnt have a dentist and he was in agony and i rang them hope this helps
Reply:Open your gob too often in my local boozer , they'l sort it for you !
Reply:Phone your local primary care trust for a list of your local dentists. If they are full ask to be put on a waiting list and in the meantime find a private one. I got my NHS dentist after a years wait so not too bad. Also private ones aren't always as expensive, phone around and ask for quotes. Also if it's for your family you might be able to get a family rate etc. Therefore I would suggest doing some research for the long term, and phoning NHS direct or visiting a private one for your chipped tooth. Good luck
Reply:Not that I can really advise you on this, but you could actually get a nail file back there and just rub a little bit to smooth it down. Don't worry about breaking the tooth, because if the piece is so thin that you can break it with a nail file, it's going to have to come off to fix the tooth anyway. You won't do any harm
HERE's your socialized dentistry, averstar23. This poor guy can't even get a dentist to take 10 second to trim down a sharp edge. This is the kind of thing that we do every day FOR FREE - for our patients of record - and we say, "You tell US when you can come in."
This poor guy doesn't even know how to FIND a "private" dentist.
I hope everyone in the USA who reads these complaints about the NHS will realize that "National Health Care for Everyone" is NOT the way to do things.
rubber slippers
I have a chipped tooth which is cut my cheek i cannot find a local dentist?
You keep trying the NHS http://www.nhs.uk/ and get that tooth fixed.
The bigger problem is that you don't really have the cash for a costly procedure.
Mexico is cheap on Dentistry but if you go there, make sure your seeing a "real" dentist...
Or you can...
Put 3 or so pounds a week in a jar that says "Dentist" on it. Make sure you can't see in the jar.
Wait until next time you need a dentist, (kids too) and open the jar!
Depending on how well you practice dental hygiene...will be how long until your next time.
Also research private dentist's in your area and ring them up. Ask what what they have available for "low income families". Many dentist's will except a payment plan or knock off a few pounds if you are "low income".
Check out these links:
http://www.dentalguide.co.uk/index.html
http://www.privatehealth.co.uk/private-d...
http://www.rdoc.org.uk/find_a_dentist_uk...
http://www.queensway.co.uk/
http://www.smiledentalcare.co.uk/
Reply:You can always pay in installments.
Be up front in your situation, and generally the dentist will also
charge you less.
good luck
Reply:yes! try some wax from those little wax bottles of sugar water sold for kids. it will cover the jagged edge.
Reply:if you ring nhs direct they have emergency dentists in your area and they also have a list of nhs dentists that are taking on patients i only know this because my husband didnt have a dentist and he was in agony and i rang them hope this helps
Reply:Open your gob too often in my local boozer , they'l sort it for you !
Reply:Phone your local primary care trust for a list of your local dentists. If they are full ask to be put on a waiting list and in the meantime find a private one. I got my NHS dentist after a years wait so not too bad. Also private ones aren't always as expensive, phone around and ask for quotes. Also if it's for your family you might be able to get a family rate etc. Therefore I would suggest doing some research for the long term, and phoning NHS direct or visiting a private one for your chipped tooth. Good luck
Reply:Not that I can really advise you on this, but you could actually get a nail file back there and just rub a little bit to smooth it down. Don't worry about breaking the tooth, because if the piece is so thin that you can break it with a nail file, it's going to have to come off to fix the tooth anyway. You won't do any harm
HERE's your socialized dentistry, averstar23. This poor guy can't even get a dentist to take 10 second to trim down a sharp edge. This is the kind of thing that we do every day FOR FREE - for our patients of record - and we say, "You tell US when you can come in."
This poor guy doesn't even know how to FIND a "private" dentist.
I hope everyone in the USA who reads these complaints about the NHS will realize that "National Health Care for Everyone" is NOT the way to do things.
rubber slippers
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