jules321
26-04-18, 03:31
I am falling. My 8yo child received bad news at the pediatric dental specialist today. Apparently my child needs some tooth extractions, baby root canals, crowns, and fillings. I am devastated and scared. We have always been diligent with dental care and have brought our child to the dentist every 3-6mo since the age of 2 to avoid any dentist-office fears. This dentist has consistently told us our child's teeth look great, no cavities, and always dismissed my questions about whether x-rays should be taken. So how did this happen? I am outraged at our family dentist who completely missed all of these issues (and who has since transferred us to this specialist). I am heartbroken for my child who will have to undergo this trauma.
Has anyone else had kids who experienced such dental procedures and can offer reassurance? I'm just in shock. I am getting another opinion next week, but this specialist we saw today is well-regarded.
All the stupid worries just don't matter when something like this happens. I have so much stress in my life right now - too much. I am currently strapped to a heart monitor because my arrhythmia was worsening. I have to wear it for 2 weeks (one week already done). Oddly I haven't been too concerned about it because I just won't let myself go there. Then this. There is also so so so much stress in my life aside from these health matters.
I'm trying not to let my anxiety spin out here... but I'm not being very successful.
Has anyone else had kids who experienced such dental procedures and can offer reassurance? I'm just in shock. I am getting another opinion next week, but this specialist we saw today is well-regarded.
All the stupid worries just don't matter when something like this happens. I have so much stress in my life right now - too much. I am currently strapped to a heart monitor because my arrhythmia was worsening. I have to wear it for 2 weeks (one week already done). Oddly I haven't been too concerned about it because I just won't let myself go there. Then this. There is also so so so much stress in my life aside from these health matters.
I'm trying not to let my anxiety spin out here... but I'm not being very successful.