Every six months I go to get my teeth cleaned. I learned the hard way that if you don't, problems develop. Big EXPENSIVE problems. (After I lost my dental insurance, I didn't go for two years? Big mistake. I estimate I've paid $15,000 since.)
I hate getting my teeth cleaned. For one thing, no matter how much I brush them, I'll be told I didn't do it right. I'll be scolded because there tartar on some back tooth which is nearly impossible to reach with a toothbrush, or a the crooked tooth on the side where tartar builds up in the spot that the brush can't reach.
I have been praised for my excellent flossing, but I must confess that it's not me it's my dental flossers that have turned the tide on plaque. Regular floss (even the unshreddible kind) splits and shreds and it got stuck in my teeth and was more trouble than it was worth. And then I was introduced to flossers. I keep them on my work desk and when I think about it (about 4-5 times a day), I floss. Win-win situation! (My dentist admits she keeps them in her car and flosses at red lights. It drives her kids nuts.)
What fun thing are you doing today?
Been there, done that. Moved cross country, changed dentist/hygenist, no more scoldings. My advice - find a new dentist!
ReplyDeleteNo scolding from the hygienist today! I got praised for my excellent flossing and must've done a better job of brushing this time out--didn't get told about tartar build up, either!
ReplyDeleteI actually like this dentist a lot--the first woman dentist I've ever had. She's got a pretty great staff, too.
But I still hate getting my teeth cleaned. (Although they feel really good afterwards. Pina Collata toothpaste today.)
Hey, cheer up -- I have to get my teeth cleaned every 3 months (not 6). Not that my dentist wants my $$$ (he's given up on getting me to have a dental implant for the one tooth I lost due to a fractured tooth/root canal/second fracture). Nope, probably because of some health problems I had in the past. Still, I like him & his staff, with 3 month check-ups, there isn't as much tarter buildup, & I really like the goodie bags they always send me off with full of toothbrushes, toothpaste, flossers, & dental floss. ::grin::
ReplyDeleteWhy does it hurt when they clean your teeth? Had my check-up two weeks ago.
ReplyDeleteI'm packing for my trip this week and can't wait to see you.