I need advice and a major hand hold.
I’ve neglected my teeth for years. Petrified of the dentist so put off going for years. I noticed a few days ago my 2 bottom teeth wobbled. I have never felt so scared.
I bit the bullet and went to see my new dentist who is absolutely AMAZING. By the grace of god the mobility in those teeth is only 0.5. I have bone damage but not as much as I thought and we have come up with a plan.
Im having the teeth cleaned by a hygienist tomorrow. I have excessive plaque build up behind my teeth and what I would say is severe gum recession. I am desperate to have the teeth cleaned and get this sorted so I can start on the path of having beautiful teeth.
As the appointment gets nearer the anxiety I have is causing me panic attacks. I know my mouth is going to feel very strange and I’m likely to have very sensitive teeth for a few days, but it’s the eating I’m panicked about. I’m worried about biting into anything and feeling my teeth wobble (I can’t feel them wobble atm, only when I use my finger).
I feel hot and clammy, struggle to breathe and constantly worry. I can’t eat due to a knot in my stomach. It’s an awful feeling.
I know I have a gap between my 2 bottom teeth which has been caused by plaque and that upsetting me too. Does anyone have any wise words? I know this is all my fault, I know I should have looked after my teeth better, hind sight is a wonderful thing. Just please know I am doing something about it now.