My Profound Lesson from a Dentist Visit

Oct 04, 2023 7:31 am

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I never expected to get such a profound lesson visiting the dentist but...

As I sat clutching the handles of the dentist's chair for dear life, it dawned upon me.

Yesterday, I underwent my first dentist check-up and cleaning since the onset of lockdown.

This was long overdue, given that I had moved to a new place, and the lockdown had persisted since my last check-up. It was high time for me to get one.

Though I diligently care for my teeth, a lingering worry always accompanies these visits – the fear of receiving bad news and having to undergo a tooth extraction or some other dental procedure.

However, to my relief, everything was in order. No signs of tooth decay, just a thorough cleaning is required.

Yet, this cleaning felt like someone vigorously scraping plaster off a wall, but inside my mouth. The dentist did an excellent job, but it was evident that he had to put in extra effort.

Four years can accumulate quite a bit of plaque.

As I tried to meditate and distract myself from the ordeal, I contemplated something important.

If only I ensured I had a hygiene check-up every six months or so, this experience wouldn't be half as daunting. Along with my regular brushing and flossing (which I need to do more consistently), I could spare myself pain and discomfort.

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You end up holding on for dear life, doing everything possible to divert your attention from the discomfort.

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So, I promptly scheduled my next check-up for six months from now, providing myself with accountability to stay on top of my dental health this time.

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