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Scared of getting a filling
So my twin sister is really scared of having a filling in a few days time.
We're 18. She's scared of the numbing part.
Like I have had my mouth numbed by injection six times before, she never has, and has had NO treatment.
I don't know how to reassure her, or explain what its like to have your mouth numbed. She's so scared!
Any advice is welcomed, I'm grateful for any :)
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Most everyone has some fear of the dentist it is almost normal. If she is fearful of the shot it is understandable as the needle looks almost barbaric. If she fears the actual shot in her mouth because of the pain. There is topical numbing medication the doctor can use to make the shot less painful.
Then there is laughing gas the dentist can offer that will help your sister relax. I ask for this and it is wonderful. The gas last just as long as it is being administered. Once they turn it off they let you breath pure oxygen for a few minutes and the effects are gone and you can even drive yourself home.
I like the gas because it allows me to relax and almost enjoy the visit. Between the gas and the numbing medicine the visit is almost painless. Just have your sister talk with the dentist and let the dentist know of her fears. The dentist will do everything possible to make her comfortable.
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Hm... Is she scared of the numbing? I think sge may actually be scared of a shot.
I have had so much dental work, I promise you it's not as bad as it seems. The numbbess last a few hours then boom! Back to normal. :-)
Not a big deal at all, Just calm and it will go by fast.
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