I need one of these dentists! I also have poor dental genes and am terrified. It also hurts more than it seems like it should when I have dental work and in 2020 I found out why—I have Ehlers Danlos Syndrome which means 1) I have very receded gums which is why they bleed so much during cleanings, and 2) injectable numbing agents don’t work as well on me, which is why they give me the max amount they’re able to and I can still feel pain.
Thank you for sharing this story. It's so interesting to me how often fear and anxiety are dismissed by medical professionals. I'm glad this dentist was empathetic and provided thoughtful care. Also, I did not know lidocaine has norepinephren in it. I feel like as a patient you just have to advocate so much and question everything. Thanks again for this post!
Why am I crying! I'm glad you found Good Dentist. I had a Bad Dentist and then a Good Dentist, too. It shouldn't have to feel like a gift from god when a professional treats you with decency and compassion, but it does...
I need one of these dentists! I also have poor dental genes and am terrified. It also hurts more than it seems like it should when I have dental work and in 2020 I found out why—I have Ehlers Danlos Syndrome which means 1) I have very receded gums which is why they bleed so much during cleanings, and 2) injectable numbing agents don’t work as well on me, which is why they give me the max amount they’re able to and I can still feel pain.
Thank you for sharing this story. It's so interesting to me how often fear and anxiety are dismissed by medical professionals. I'm glad this dentist was empathetic and provided thoughtful care. Also, I did not know lidocaine has norepinephren in it. I feel like as a patient you just have to advocate so much and question everything. Thanks again for this post!
Why am I crying! I'm glad you found Good Dentist. I had a Bad Dentist and then a Good Dentist, too. It shouldn't have to feel like a gift from god when a professional treats you with decency and compassion, but it does...
I’m so happy my essay resonates with you! I am grateful you found a Good Dentist, even though we should’ve started off with one. 😤
I'm so happy they treated you with the care you deserve. <3
They’re so awesome there!!!