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Re: Problems with dentist appointments

Posted by Bird Watcher on May 30, 2006 at 10:10:26:

In Reply to: Problems with dentist appointments posted by Yardley on May 30, 2006 at 08:20:48:

I would think that you would need to practice breathing through your nose, and at the same time, practice holding your tongue forward so it doesn't slip into your airway. Practice this at home, lying down, staying awake, with your jaw open. If need be, take decongestants before going to the dentist to help nose breathing.

You should also be discussing this problem openly with your dentist, so he or she can stop and let you catch your breath during the dental work.

I don't think anesthesia is the answer, unless your work is something that an oral surgeon should be performing.

A person's position in the chair can be more upright if the dentist stands while he/she does their work, like in the old days. Maybe ask your dentist to stand up while they fix your molar?

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