This morning I had a 8:10AM appointment with the dentist. There are few things in life that genuinely make me nervous. Going to the dentist is on that short list. It's something that I just want to get over with.
It's not the pain that scares me. I rarely feel pain at the dentist. What preoccupies me is when the dentist or hygienist reveals that you have a cavity or some other problem with your teeth. I feel as though I have disappointed them...plus, that kind of work costs money.
The cost is magnified by the fact that now we do not have any dental insurance. We had really good dental coverage while I was a Residence Hall Director, but as a pastor we our not offered a dental plan. It's amazing how much routine dental work costs!
This visit was a good one. No cavities or other concerns. The cost was not as much as I had expected. Now I can relax for the next six months...until I have my next appointment. I will keep up on my flossing and brushing!
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