Posted by Deneb on May 4, 2006, at 16:01:44
In reply to Re: Dental problems » Deneb, posted by ClearSkies on May 4, 2006, at 7:30:42
> If the pulp has died, Deneb, you at least need to go on a course of antibiotics. That will help with the discomfort.
I got some antibiotics on Fri. I'm taking them right now. Not sure why the dentist gave them to me, but I was willing to try anything to get rid of the pain.
> And call the endodontist's office and ask what they recommend you do until your appointment to manage the pain (and get put on their cancellation list - if they get an opening before your appointment, they call you).
I got them to put me on their cancellation list. Right now the pain has almost completely stopped, thank goodness. There's still pain with biting, but I can just avoid doing that. Just gotta eat foods that don't require chewing. Sweets also cause a lot of pain. Just have to avoid sweets.
> ClearSkies, who has had 43 years' worth of dental problems and survived to tell about them. But I won't because they are pretty gross.
> Oh, and I worked in a dental laboratory and then for a dentist in private practice, for a total of 3 years. I not only kind of know what you are going through, I am reliving it with you!! Shudder. Trust us, you can feel better without having to contemplate the dark side.I didn't really contemplate the dark side, I was just triggered to think about those things again. I'm okay. Just passing thoughts aren't dangerous.
I'm glad you came out of your dental problems okay. :-)Deneb*
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