Affordable Dental Care for Emergencies?

I’ve been laid off and with it lost my dental insurance. I’ve had decent teeth most of my life. Wouldn’t you know it the moment I lose my insurance I have a tooth become inflamed and painful. There’s even a small pimple on my gums, which I think may be part of the problem.Read More

Massive Jaw Pain after Dental Appointment

I needed two fillings before I moved, but thought getting a filling would be the same anywhere. Boy, was I wrong. I’m now three days from my appointment and my jaw is still in massive pain. Plus, I’d never had a more painful shot in my life. I think he even bruised the gums. I’vRead… Continue reading Massive Jaw Pain after Dental Appointment

Xanax Before Dental Appointments

I have quite a nervous disposition. Because of my anxiety, which is severe at times, my doctor keeps me regularly supplied with Xanax. It really relaxes me and helps me function. I haven’t been to the dentist in a while, but I was wondering if I did go, could I take a Xanax before the… Continue reading Xanax Before Dental Appointments

Will Dental Sedation be Safer in 2019?

I’m scheduled to have a procedure which I only think I could do with dental sedation. Today, I heard a news blurb that said sedation will be safer in 2019 because of the change in laws. Now I’m wondering if I should wait to have my procedure done until it’s safer. I don’t Read More