Embarassed to see dentist?

Question

I am a 21-year-old male and I am really embarrassed about going to see my dentist because my teeth are in such a bad state.

Around the age of 17 I became involved in drugs and ended up spending over a year practically homeless and didn't really look after myself properly. At 19 I came off drugs and began to slowly re-build my life. But there is one major problem. My drug use and neglect led to my teeth becoming badly decayed - to the extent that I'm probably going to need partial or possibly full dentures. I am really embarrassed about going to see my dentist because my teeth are in really bad shape for someone my age.

I have worked my *** off recently to generate the funds necessary for me to get dental treatment but now that I have the money I just can't bring myself to make the appointment. It's really having a huge impact on my life. I don't socialize at all because I am so self-conscious about my teeth and I barely even speak to anyone at work.

So I guess I am wondering if anyone can offer some advice or some encouragement. I am really terrified about this!

Any advice would be greatly appreciated,

Neil

Answer 1

My dads are Way worse. he had 4 actual TEETh left and they were rotten and blah. hes only 38. he never brushed his teeth. i suggest just going and getting it over with.

Answer 2

If your embarresed to see a dentist how do you feel about other people seeing your teeth now? I wished I had my teeth all taken out at 17. Due to calcium loss and antibotics my teeth were crumbling. I was actually eating my teeth when I ate food. I have had my upper dentures for 7 years now and was the best thing I ever did.. do you know how many people tell me how nice my teeth are? They are shocked to find out they are dentures. Don't bother with the partial it is a waste of time and money and hurts. Just get it done and over with. Go with immediate dentures on the upper, and give yourself time to get use to them. You will need a few relines. They do make a temperary that you can buy in the store and do it yourself until you get it done again.  for lowers. just wait out the 6 months no one wlll notice and you will have a better fit

Answer 3

First of all, congrats on getting and staying off drugs! Second of all, I can guarantee that you're not the first person they've seen with teeth in bad shape. The dentist is the last person you should be embarrassed in front of-it's his job to help you. Once you have them fixed, you'll feel more comfortable going out and socializing. Good luck to you!

Answer 4

Well, think about it. Dentist should have seen the worst of all teeth, so you shouldn't be embarrassed to go. After all if you think about it, do you really want your teeth to go on in the state that it is right now? You should take advantage after going through the trouble for the money and go see the dentist and they will honestly help your teeth hopefully.