Wednesday, April 13, 2011

Dentist.

Yesterday was my first day at the dentist. I don't think it will ever be a pleasant experience, but at least this place was far less uncomfortable than what I can recall as a child. A large entree way, with essential oils aromatically filling the room. All the offices are painted with different scenic themes. There's a court yard outside if you'd rather wait out there... as well as a waiting room specific to those who'd like to meditate and relax before their appointment. You get a free 5 minute message every time you come. Really, it's quite nice. As for dentists offices go, it's one of the best, surely.
So the diagnosis: I have three cavities (which I'm getting filled today.. in an hour, in fact). The two lower wisdom teeth look a little precarious. Jack (the dentist) wants me to see a specialist to assess the situation in more detail, but I don't have the money for one thing, and I don't think my body could handle any kind of surgery any time soon. And then the hygienist wants me to come back for a deep cleaning, but that's $700. Yikes. And I really don't think my gums could handle it right now. I told them all about ITP, but I don't think they really get it. My gums still hurt from just the regular cleaning. Hmmmm. At any rate, the fillings definitely need to happen.. so I'll do that much for now.
I've got another round of CST a little later, so I'll ask her what she thinks about it.

Today is day 1 for juicing. So far so good. Mango/orange/carrot for breakfast, and it was mighty tasty. :)

Ugh. Time to face the drilling. :P

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