Today, I found out that I need to get a root canal, the only day I can get an appointment is on the same day I'm flying out for training for my new job. I can't get out of either, so now need to face my fear of flying and fear of dentists the same day. FML
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Today, during a routine visit to the dentist, she advised me to get root canal treatment done, to avoid any future pain. As we are traveling abroad where we won't have insurance, my husband is forcing me to get RCT within four days. I'm in so so much pain, life is hell. FML
Today, after two root canal procedures done on the same tooth in last two years, the tooth had been acting up for a few days, so I went in to get it checked. Turns out, it got infected AGAIN and I gotta get a THIRD root canal done on the same tooth. FML
Today, I had an appointment with my dentist to check for cavities. He told me that most of my teeth have cavities, and that I may need a root canal. In fact, I ended up actually getting a painful root canal. FML
Today, I went to the dentist at 8:30 for a check up. I walked out at 2:00 with a root canal and several thousand dollars in debt. I guess I'm not having a wedding this year or quitting the job I hate. FML
Today, I canceled my dental check-up because I'm getting busy at work. Then, as I was flossing, my finger slipped, I heard a "crunch" from one of my fillings, and I now have a killer toothache. It's costing me double to go to the dentist because it's now an emergency call. FML
Today, I was being driven to get my wisdom teeth removed and I was panicking all the way there. When we got to the office, I was told that I'd been brought in on the wrong day, and that I have to do this all over again tomorrow. FML
Today, I got a root canal. It wouldn't have been that bad if the dentist hadn't performed it on the wrong tooth. FML
Today, I had a dentist appointment and was running late. I frantically put on my shoes and rushed out of the house. When I arrived at the dentist’s office, they told me I was scheduled for a root canal, not a cleaning. I forgot to confirm the appointment. After I sat down in the chair, I tried to back out, but they were already numbing my gums. FML
Today, I was told I need two root canals. This is because my previous dentist did such a bad job on one of my teeth that the decay went through and transferred to its neighbor. FML
Today, I went to the dentist after 24 hours of severe tooth pain. They did an emergency root canal. After the anesthesia wore off, within minutes, the pain returned only worse than before. Called the dentist, I had to return, only to find they had done the root canal on the wrong tooth. FML
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Lalala579121 28
It's the perfect day to go skydiving, and get a pet tarantula. All while being in the dark of course.
Tripartita 45
Well, we have your "pretty sure" verses the OP's explicit statement that she can't get out of it. Who will win this epic battle?!
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Comments (27)
Recurve777 2
Your dentist shouldn't let you fly after surgery, they can gat a fine.
Jackimo98 24
Why would a dentist be fined for that? It's not like they can stop you from doing things before you're recovered fully
ZaiopePerSe 15
pretty sure a root canal isn't a serious enough surgery that you have to stay inactive after it
PrincessShiraz 11
Nobody said anything about being inactive. They said you're not supposed to fly, which you're not. Has to do with the air pressure. I just had a root canal and my pre info sheet mentioned it & my aftercare sheet mentioned it. You're not supposed to fly after a root canal.
Talis99 26
Are you able to fly after such things? I mean, I am ignorant on it, but I thought you had to wait a bit after a procedure like that. Looking it up, it seems that you can, but should be wary.
mattrd_fml 31
you can always reschedule a root canal.
Taiiametai 8
I would ask your dentist to allow for you to reschedule. They can work on the tooth and put on a temporary cap if needed; they will clean the root out of the tooth first which deadens it to any pain. It doesn't swell or have any residual effects which will allow you to be comfortable during your training. You can then have the root canal when you get back. Good luck on the new job, the training, and the root canal!
kozzard 17
dentists are scary enough the first time, but the second time is worse. espically if you're afraid of dentists like OP stated
flyerpretender 3
Another FML post PENDING after dentist/flying/training... :p
Nickimariek 20
Getting out of a dentist appointment isn't hard, but finding a better day to get the canal done, yes. Also root canals aren't bad at all! I had one like 5 years ago, I didn't feel a thing just ago pinch from the shots after they numbed my gums with this gel
G3N1US 7
You can get the both done, i dont like dentist but in order to not feel that pain you'll have to go thru with it. As for the flying do what everyone else is saying to do, get some painkillers or probably some good Herb ? get on the flight and head to your training. By the time your back home youll be satisfied that you got your Fears over with.
ThatCreativeType 5
I've had a few root canals in my time, unfortunately. You can easily reschedule it, unless you're in pain and don't want to :(
GhostFox 34
Wouldn't it be safer to just get the tooth pulled? Root canals can cause nerve pain, and then instead of a tooth that can just be removed, you have permanent pain in your jaw that you have to live with for the rest of your life. If, you know, it doesn't cause a more serious neurological issue, which also happens.
mynoch 7
You might want to check if flying after having a root canal would be medically ill advised, as flying after a tooth cavity filling can cause medical issues. Perhaps(hopefully) you will be safe and the method for the root canal will not affected by the pressurization involved with flying.