To ask for a hand hold/ grip.

[SpongebobRoundPants]

For the past few weeks I've had an unbearable tooth ache and today I have my first dentist appointment in 6 years

I have a huge irrational fear of the dentist and have suffered with bulimia for nearly 5 years so as you can imagine my teeth are horrendous, will the dentist be able to tell by my teeth that I'm bulimic? I'm really panicking now.

Feel free to hand me a grip, I'm aware of how pathetic I sound!

If you can bring yourself to its worth mentioning as there are obviously nutrition things that can affect your teeth. I have crohn's and throw up a lot so I always mention it. for you, and hand holding. Can anyone go with you for actual hand holding?

You've got a medical condition that affects the state of your teeth. There's no shame in admitting it to a medical professional. I hope you get the help you need.

Hugs and hand-holding. I find it helps to think of the dentist as like a spa-day for your teeth. People seem to enjoy manicures and pedicures, so try to think of the dentist as like a teeth-icure.

If they do work out you're bulimic, the worst they can do is tell you what you already know, ie that it's bad for your teeth, so try not to worry about that part.

Best wishes for it all going well