2 years ago I had had a break down. I started having panic attacks and I would grind my teeth a bit. Eventually I shattered a tooth. Two years later and a root canal that tooth is causing issues due to an infection. I have a check up on it in a month. It's not really painful, but it's a grim reminder of all the issues I had.

I am a significant amount better than before. Meds and therapy helped a lot. But this tooth reminds me of a time where I was a wreck. It's not a fun feeling. And I don't know what happens next. I never got a tooth pulled for example, I don't know what to expect.

Has anyone beaten anxiety issues? Will I be like this forever?

Edit: Went to my dentist, they looked at it, they are sending me to a specialist tomorrow. Wish me luck.

Edit 2: got scheduled for surgery today, they think they can save the tooth.

Edit 3: Surgery was not that bad.

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[–] Vej@lemm.ee 2 points 11 months ago* (last edited 11 months ago) (1 children)

Both.

It's definitely infected. I had perfect teeth before this. I brushed, flossed, went to regular check ups. The fact I am having these issues feel like my fault. During the pandemic I forgot to schedule an appointment. Then the anxiety issues made me just want to be reclusive.

I don't feel shame in going to therapy. I used to go up until about a year ago where I was let go from my job. I probably should pick that up, but I want to go to a different therapist. The one I was going to was recommended by a coworker that I was friends with for 10 years, and all of a sudden ghosted by. So, I can't not associate that therapist with that person.

[–] AFKBRBChocolate@lemmy.world 1 points 11 months ago (1 children)

Everyone gets tooth problems at some point, I wouldn't beat yourself up over that. If it's infected, you should really go in right away.

Anxiety makes everything harder, including taking care of your anxiety. Hang in there!

[–] Vej@lemm.ee 2 points 11 months ago (1 children)

Much appreciated. I see a specialist tomorrow, referral by my dentist as of today.

Picked up some antibiotics too!

[–] AFKBRBChocolate@lemmy.world 1 points 11 months ago (1 children)

I'm honestly relieved to hear it.

[–] Vej@lemm.ee 2 points 11 months ago

Thanks. :)