What's the best way to stand up to the dental drill?
85941
Have the dentist administer nitrous oxide to you for the procedure.  And if you are extremely nervous, ask the dentist about prescribing you something to take to relax you before the visit... in addition to the nitrous oxide.
389071
My problem is the sound of the tools, the drill, the water, the suction.  I hate the small talk they dentist have over you...so what I do is bring a CD/MP3 player.  That way I have music to calm me and I don't really hear with is going on around me....\n\nI was able to be put to sleep during the removal of my wisdom teeth so that was great for me!!!\n\nI hope all goes well!
1094311
Dude...\n\n1)Brush\n\n2)Teeth whitener\n\nLast)Go to a dentist
1128513
I found it was easier to:\nPut the retainer in your mouth. Slide the wire (the part connected at the back of the retainer) behind your last molar. Once in place, push the left and front sides of the wire to about halfway of your teeth. Finally, push the palate to the ceiling of your mouth.\n\nIt's more important I think that the wire is placed well.\n\nTrust me. It won't break.
513635
take tylonol, and call the dentist and tell them and c if they can move to date up
1022161
I don't know what a drill bit is?? I assume that you are speaking of a bur or tiny piece of an instrument that was accidentally separated in your tooth, not floating around around in your mouth. If this is the case, yes this does happen on occasion. A piece can separate and they may place medication inside of the tooth in an attempt to loosen the piece for easier removal at the next visit. No you cannot sue, I'm sure they had you sign whats called and informed consent when you filled out your health history. This form releases the liablility from them. Just to provide some comfort, this is not rare, It is not causing any harm to you or your body. I'm sure they will work as hard as they can to remove it, if the cannot get it you will be ok. The majority of the time this does not have any negative effects on the tooth. Good Luck!!!
746938
defenatly take someone with you.  i've told this to someone else in another question, but i stand by it, chew gum.  it sounds weird but doing something with your mouth is calming.  don't look at the needle whatever you do.  focus on something on the wall.  theres usually a poster in the room.  read that.  i really hope everything goes well and don't forget to breath.
925730
Just about anything that's not extremely gooey or sticky. And nothing to hard or your brackets will comes off, the dentist will give you a list but soem stuff on thier such as gum won't hurt anything. ;)
110195
Go to your local drugstore and buy a night guard.  You will boild it so that it conforms to your mounth.  It sounds uncomfortable and obstrusive, but it really isnt, and you'll barley notice it during the night.  This will stopp grinding from damaging your teeth.
773984
to straighten out your bite after the bottom teeth are re aligned
694719
i highly suggest you mention it to the referring dentist and i would also let the director of the oral surgeons office know as well, but know that all offices have their off days:) a good reason for having all the doors open is for their safety! i know you have heard of surgeons groping their patients when they are sedated?! well that's why the doors are open and also if their is a problem the nurses can hear and see.\nnot to mention they should have sent you information ahead of time explain your options and given you a post op instructions explain gauze, ricing exc.
386042
Your supposed to put your tongue on it while its running. It makes it drill faster.
275503
Most dentists will make a night guard for their patient that is worn on the upper teeth.\n\nThey ARE able to make a guard for the lower teeth instead, and some people have found it easier to wear on the bottom.  It is also easier to wear during daytime hours (in public) because it is less visible since upper teeth normally close over lower teeth.\n\nIf the guard is made by a dentist, be steadfast in having it adjusted (filed down/smoothed down/re-shaped) until it feels right.  Don't give up until they have it right!
95013
My dentist has those but I have no clue where to get them.  I've seen where some have glued tissue paper to the existing cover to make them a little more interesting.\n\n\nI found them!!\n\nhttp://www.stratusdesigns.net/index.php?src=overture
713407
don't open wide or clench your teeth and it won't hurt.\n\n\nactually, if i were in your position, i would have it looked at by a dentist. i would hate to have anything come between thanksgiving dinner and my taste buds
28786
Ask the dentist. If they give you anesthesia then maybe.
229958
There are special mouthpieces designed for people with braces. Talk to your orthodontist and they can set you up with what you need.