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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Dead leaves, the first cold of the season and an umbrella flipped inside out: fall, the season of grace.
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)
zezili 18
You know you can probably find another dentist to do it? You literally will not be able to do your work training after so I recommend you find another dentist to book another time.
lationas 25
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firemuncher 19
wow lucky i couldnt afford a root canal and had to get it removed as it was the cheaper option.(but still FYL)
linzk8 8
Hi, OP here thanks for a lot of the supportive comments :) Unfortunately I can't rearrange the appointment for when I come back as I'll be away for around a month and I've been told if I wait that long the tooth will likely be pulled rather than making any attempts to save it. Also the dentist seems ok with me flying on the same day so hopefully it'll all be fine and I'm freaking out over nothing.
PrincessShiraz 11
Hi OP - if there is any possible way you can get the procedure sooner, please pursue it. Perhaps another dentist? Putting it off is not a option; the pain without it will be excruciating, as the tiny pockets of air inside the decayed tooth expand and contract. I know you can't put it off for a month, but I mean if you were to fly and get the root canal when you arrive at your destination. I really, truly hope you find a solution, and good luck with the new job! If you MUST fly that day, make sure you get prescription pain meds. NOT Tylenol 3, you need narcotics. Hydrocodone. Best wishes!
ashyash90 8
I'm suuuuper phobic of dentists and I had to have a root canal. It definitely was not fun but the amount of pain I was in gave me no choice so I just focused on how much better I'd feel when it was over. Also, do not be afraid to speak up if you feel anything! They had to give me a couple shots of Nova Caine in my gums and once that was numb they did one directly inside the cavity in the tooth and gave it time to take effect before they started. (My dentist had already done some drilling and took out some of the tooth). I felt nothing the whole procedure and didn't even really need pain meds after! I haven't gone back for the crown due to my phobia though.
randybryant799 21
That's absurd. I'm sure the dentist can change the appointment.
randybryant799 21
I'm pretty sure they're more than one dentist in your area.