Again!?!

Another root canal.  Why does this seem to be the only time I get to spend alone?  I'm not complaining about getting alone time, but I would really like to be doing something way more enjoyable.

I have been in pain for the last week.  I was hoping it would go away or I could keep it dull with Tylenol, but that wasn't happening.  I called the doctor for an appointment and it wasn't until this afternoon.  I was glad they could see me so soon.  She said she would call if an appointment opened up, but I wasn't really counting on that happening.

On my way home, after dropping Eric off at school, I got a phone call.  The lady asked if I could be there in 20 minutes... I still had about 8 minutes of walking and a good 20 minute drive.  I told her I might be a little late, she told me to come anyway.  I was so grateful that I didn't have to wait until the afternoon for some relief!  I ran home, dumped off Courtney and told Justin good bye.

The worst part about going to the dentist is the shots!  I close my eyes, so the drilling and crazy tools flying about don't get me nervous.  I try to think of pleasant thoughts and stay relaxed.  I was tired, so I was actually dozing off until I was told to keep my mouth open.  I can't believe the doctor wanted me to keep my mouth open, the nerve!  I forgot to ask for the gizmo that holds your mouth open, it doesn't seem to make my mouth hurt so much after.

I was antsy, Justin had the baby and nothing to feed her... she will only chew on his finger for so long.  So the hour of drilling seemed to take forever!  By the end of it the novocaine still seemed to be spreading up the side of my face.  I was glad I couldn't feel my mouth, but I couldn't feel half my nose or part of my right eye!  When I got home and I looked in the mirror, I figured I had to look funny since I felt so strange.  I looked fine, then I smiled... only half my mouth smiled back!  Holy toledo!  I was pregnant during the last root canal, so I didn't get so much medication.  I think I prefer that.  I like being able feel my face without having to touch it and make sure it is still there.  At least I am mostly pain free now... relief!