Monday, January 25, 2010

beating PHOBIA

I had a tooth cavity.. since like, 2-3 months ago? can't really remember..the point is, it was looooong ago. I've always put off going to the dentist. because I have phobia of dentists.

However, yesterday, I was really determined to get the cavity fixed. It was annoying and I was scared of the complications in which it could get worse, painful and needing a tooth extraction. So yeah, I summoned all my strength for today. It was really irrationally fearsome.

I went to a dentist my housemate recommended, Chen Dental Specialist Clinic. On arrival, I was really restless, panicky and all. I had second thoughts, I felt like crying or running out of the door. But I kept telling myself I need to get the cavity fixed! by hook or by crook! its now or never!

It wasn't really helping much, sitting in the waiting room. the sound of the machine was really hair-rising. I felt like its worse than waiting in exams!!! ...hum..maybe not XD

Anyway, when my name was called, and I entered the room, I was greeted by this nice dentist. He was really nice and all. It kinda made me calm for a bit, and then, even though the sound of the machine was really scary, the filling was done, in like, under 5 minutes! it was over before I knew it. I was reaaaally surprised myself, like "eh, it wasn't really as bad as I thought!"

So yeah, when its all done, I felt SOOOOO happy! its like a sense of accomplishment! I've overcame my fear of dentists!! yay! and no more annoying cavity!!!

yay me!!

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