Yucky Day
Today I took my fourth sick day in 14 years. The other three were taken about ten years ago when I had an inner ear infection and was so dizzy I couldn't stand up. I did use two sick days when mom had surgery and two when Jeff had surgery, but for me personally, this was my fourth. I hate not being at school. It bothers me knowing that others get behind on their work because they have to cover the front desk. It really bothers me to know that I'll be a day behind on my administrative duties - these are duties that only I can perform. How some of our staff members can take off at the drop of the hat just amazes me. Perhaps I'm a little envious in their ability not to worry about it. I wish I was a little like that. However, my sub finding duties continue whether I'm sick or not. I had to find three subs this morning before I left for the dentist, which leads me to the main subject of this blog . . .
The Dentist
After years and years of grinding, most of my teeth have been fractured. The years of grinding has resulted in jaw problems, fractured teeth, and my pens at school being easily identified - they have teeth marks. :)
Today was the beginning of getting four porcelain crowns - top front teeth. I was in the chair for 2 1/2 hours. I really intended to go to school after this appointment, but my whole head felt so bad I wouldn't have accomplished much. As instructed I had taken two Advil before the appointment - thank goodness. When I left, the dentist told me to take four more when I got home. So, I got home, took the Advil, and hit the couch.
My dentist just called to see how I was doing. He advised me to take three more Advil now and three more before bed. The main reason for the Advil is to head off jaw pain. Right now my jaw is fine, but my gums are really sore.
Jeff got home around 5:00 and I was still on the couch. He insisted I not worry about supper - so far he has eaten 1/2 bag of pretzels with Easy Cheese. Since I'm not supposed to eat anything that requires my front teeth until I get the permanent crowns, I was really thinking of sending him to get us each a Blizzard for supper, but I don't think that would be a good thing to do since I'm participating in the Biggest Loser contest at school. I may eat soup.
To add to this wonderful day - last week I broke another jaw tooth. I told the hygienist not to mention this to the dentist. She said, "You know he's going to want you to have it crowned". I told her that I have so many crowns now that someone should be calling me Your Highness.
Well, that's the story of my day. I hope tomorrow is brighter!
The Dentist
After years and years of grinding, most of my teeth have been fractured. The years of grinding has resulted in jaw problems, fractured teeth, and my pens at school being easily identified - they have teeth marks. :)
Today was the beginning of getting four porcelain crowns - top front teeth. I was in the chair for 2 1/2 hours. I really intended to go to school after this appointment, but my whole head felt so bad I wouldn't have accomplished much. As instructed I had taken two Advil before the appointment - thank goodness. When I left, the dentist told me to take four more when I got home. So, I got home, took the Advil, and hit the couch.
My dentist just called to see how I was doing. He advised me to take three more Advil now and three more before bed. The main reason for the Advil is to head off jaw pain. Right now my jaw is fine, but my gums are really sore.
Jeff got home around 5:00 and I was still on the couch. He insisted I not worry about supper - so far he has eaten 1/2 bag of pretzels with Easy Cheese. Since I'm not supposed to eat anything that requires my front teeth until I get the permanent crowns, I was really thinking of sending him to get us each a Blizzard for supper, but I don't think that would be a good thing to do since I'm participating in the Biggest Loser contest at school. I may eat soup.
To add to this wonderful day - last week I broke another jaw tooth. I told the hygienist not to mention this to the dentist. She said, "You know he's going to want you to have it crowned". I told her that I have so many crowns now that someone should be calling me Your Highness.
Well, that's the story of my day. I hope tomorrow is brighter!
posted by SMSSecretary at 7:25 PM
2 Comments:
Oh my gosh! That sounds horrible! Hope you get to feeling better...I can relate. I'm a grinder, too. Not that bad, but let's say my pens can also be easily identified...
Bless your heart!! I totally understand! My upper teeth have a tendency NOT to deaden...no matter how many shots they give me. I am in need of dental work now...and the guts to have it done! Hang in there...!
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