2018年12月20日
Fixing my Smile
A few weeks ago, I did something very brave. I asked for help in making a dentist appointment. It's silly to say "I hate the dentist" because I'm pretty sure more than 90% of people do, but that is the case. But going to the dentist in Japan is extremely affordable, as opposed to the U.S. so it's a good idea that I go. In America, I had two teeth pulled because it was cheaper than having work done. (My Japanese dentist seemed a bit horrified about that.)
I've been having slight tooth pain for about a year, but I avoided chewing on that side of my mouth and things were okay. I was nervous about going somewhere where they don't speak English. I was nervous about how painful everything would be. I also heard that appointments were much shorter compared to the U.S. and I was worried about how many times I'll have to go.
The office was really nice, and all of the equipment seemed quite high-tech. I've never been to a dentist office this nice before! I was pleasantly surprised to see a tv in the ceiling and they let me watch a horror movie on it. I hope the sound of the movie didn't bother any other patients!
One of the dental assistants spoke pretty good English. The first visit was a little painful but I felt better being able to understand what was going on.
I have since gone back for a second appointment, and a different woman was just as nice and helpful. My smile is looking better and I'm glad I'm facing my fears about the dentist.
I've been having slight tooth pain for about a year, but I avoided chewing on that side of my mouth and things were okay. I was nervous about going somewhere where they don't speak English. I was nervous about how painful everything would be. I also heard that appointments were much shorter compared to the U.S. and I was worried about how many times I'll have to go.
The office was really nice, and all of the equipment seemed quite high-tech. I've never been to a dentist office this nice before! I was pleasantly surprised to see a tv in the ceiling and they let me watch a horror movie on it. I hope the sound of the movie didn't bother any other patients!
One of the dental assistants spoke pretty good English. The first visit was a little painful but I felt better being able to understand what was going on.
I have since gone back for a second appointment, and a different woman was just as nice and helpful. My smile is looking better and I'm glad I'm facing my fears about the dentist.
