It's been 4 long years since my last trip to the torture chamber, I mean dentist, because I have been without insurance. That, and I absolutely HATED the dentist I had been going to since I was a child.
I noticed something developing on my gums, and after doing my research, came to the conclusion I needed to get into a dentist ASAP. I had recently purchased private insurance, so the moment it began, I made an appointment and panicked at the thought of walking into the appointment.
I did a considerable amount of researching to find a dentist with decent reviews and recommendations. I came across these here and decided to give it a shot.
I walked into the office with fear in my heart and soul, waiting for the smell of dental tools and latex to overwhelm my senses. I smelled...nothing. It was a quaint place, but who knew, looks can be deceiving, as places of torture don't always like to send their patients screaming.
I was immediately seated, and after being late because of my lack of skills adjusting driving times and those pesky road crews, my technician was laughing with me and asking questions. And yet, I knew I had to be vigilant. This could be another ploy to get me comfortable until, WHAM, I'm strapped to the chair and holding on for dear life as she scrapes my mouth to death in sadistic delight.
Once again, I was wrong. She directed me throughout the entire session, telling me what she was doing and why. I couldn't believe the ease with which she cleaned my teeth, and my guard was lowered. Dr. Murrell came in and introduced himself, which I thought was a grand gesture. All I could think of is, this is it, I'm in for it. He's going to tell me I need a root canal I just know it.
And I did need a root canal. CURSE HIM, I thought. I was petrified and yet I knew this was my just reward for being away from these torture devices for so long. My debt needed to be paid. I was scheduled for several days later to begin the soul crushing procedure.
Long story short, I was prepared for the worst. I prayed, I did a little dance to appease the Gods, and came out of it...with nothing but a slight sneer and drool from local anesthetic. I waited, and not long after, my face began to feel normal again and still, no pain.
I can say with honesty, I am happy and delighted with my selection of dentist, and would highly recommend this office. I have another visit to make to finish off my root canal, and I can go in without feeling like I'm in for a roller coaster of pain. read more