Hello folks,
Currently need some support as no-one else to talk to.
I am needing some extraction of teeth on the bottom, right at the front. this partial denture will have to go right next to a cantilver bridge (right next to the free floating tooth on that bridge) Also, the gum on one of the front teeth has receded really badly and looks awful. I am suffering really bad depression as I should have got this sorted some while ago.
The reason I have not done that is because I have been struggling with the NHS dentist that I currently have ( the practice I have been with for years has been taken over by new people) I am unable to converse with him because he shows no empathy whatsoever & is quite rude.
I recently managed to find another NHS dentist and waiting for an appointment in 2 weeks time. I now have to deal with the shame and embarrasment all over again, and they may also find more things wrong as the other teeth are not great either.
I am sure that feeling this level of anxiety and fear is not normal or rational? fear of dealing with others in public, fear of not being able to deal with it & have read so many horror stories of NHS dentures and partials. I simply cannot afford private.
I am really looking for support and to ask if anyone has been through similar, if you could share your experience and possibly calm some of my fears. Thank you
