Scary trip to dentist today; moral support PLEASE?

Hi, everyone!
I'm new to these forums and would first like to say hello. I apologize in advance if this post is in the wrong place or if people don't post these sorts of things, but I have a pretty bad case of dental phobia and am TERRIFIED of going to the dentist's office, but I have to go today (I also have generalized anxiety disorder). I haven't been in nearly two years because of my fear (I know...), and I'm so scared of being judged and drilled on and lectured and I'm already panicking, but I just want to get it over with, and more than anything I could use some support. I honestly probably would have gone longer without a visit if it weren't for the fact that I just chipped my tooth the other day and am somewhat terrified and ended up having to kind of weigh my fears against one another. I don't even know what that they do for a chipped tooth? I've never even had a cavity, but this is the longest I've ever gone without a dental visit, so I suspect I'll surely have at least one now and will need some kind of procedure done. I'm just so, so scared. If there's anyone with any reassurance to offer and empathy to give, that would be truly amazing. It would help me bunches.

Hi Sylvie - Welcome to the forum.

I really feel for you. I have a horrible fear of dentists as well due to a couple of different factors. Try to calm yourself down as much as you can, it's hard, but try to think that it won't be as bad as you are imagining. It never really is and you will feel relieved once it's over. When you first go in and you're with the nurse/assistant, maybe you should mention that you have a bad fear of dentists. They are usually used to hearing that from people, and then they will probably be calmer with you and more gentle.

It will be a challenge, but you can do it. And once it's done you'll be relieved. If you need to have more procedures done, at least you'll have some experience and know what to expect for next time. Be honest with the dentist about your anxiety. Like I said, it's not unusual for them to hear.

I hope it goes well and come back and let us know how it went if you want.

Super hugs, you'll be fine!

- EGD.