Pain in your chest coupled with the taste thing for sure sounds like silent reflux! I've been suffering with it for years and everything you've said...
I've been there wired :hugs:
No, the anesthetic will not kill you and it wears off very quickly. Tell the dentist before he does it of your fear and...
Thinking of you, fishman. It may not be easy, but you are strong and can face it. No shame either in ducking out as soon as you can, or stepping away...