Any of you haven't been to a dentist in 10 or 20 or 25 years not because of$

I don't go to them because they're fake doctors who make up cavities so they can ruin your virgin teeth so they can charge your insurance.

I went to one and (stupidly) let him drill four fillings into my teeth. I was in no pain. I didn't even eat sugar, I was just gullible. After that, I flossed and brushed twice+ a day religiously for six months. Went back and he told me I had 8 more "pre-cavities" I'd need to have filled. Never went back. Still have no obvious cavities or tooth pain to this day (7 years later).

I dont like going and have waited over a year a couple times between appointments but I've always walked out happy that I went. Dentists are usually run independently, so I could see them scamming people if they're crooked and greedy. I think a lot of dentists are genuine and truthful though.

It seems as if a lot of occupations who get their cash primarily from glfollow up appointments are prone to low key scamking people and of course getting away with it.

I didn’t go for 10 years. When I finally went they filled one cavity. However then for a week I couldn’t sleep because of the pain. Went back and they realized I needed a root canal and the filling was putting pressure on the rotten root. Once they pulled the filling out the pain went away immediately.

So the reality is since your teeth haven’t been monitored there may be deeper issues. I go now every six months and my teeth have never been better. I brush twice a day, floss 3-5 times a week, and use mouth wash. Stay on top of it because dental pain is some of the worse pain one will experience.

Yes, I was not. I haven't been to the dentist for about 15 years. My last visit almost cost me my life. I came across an incompetent doctor who gave me an infection during treatment. On top of that, he treated my teeth incredibly painfully. Since then, I have stopped visiting dentists. But I didn't stop watching my teeth. I have read various articles on proper dental care and how to deal with tooth decay and plaque. And once I came across https://www.dental-detective.com/how-long-should-dry-socket-packing-stay-in/, where I learned that some teeth can be treated at home. I tried to study this aspect more deeply. Then I gradually learned to put myself seals, if necessary. And so I became my dentist. I think I will turn to a real doctor only when it is vital.

People in Kentucky:

"Whath's a dentisth?"

Yes this is quite common. Afraid to hear bad news. But the truth is, they've seen it all at the dentist. You will be appreciated just for being a customer because there's lots of options available.

I've been required to go once a year for the last 12 years (military) and have never had an issue. Most recent visit I had a difficult cavity and about a month afterward I still had a slight annoying pain. Went back to get it looked at and the x-ray clearly showed he had drilled a little too deep and the filling was touching the nerve. Ended up getting a root canal that day. Haven't had any problems since. The nice thing about military dentists is they get paid the same yearly salary regardless of how many procedures they do. There is no way to "scam" you.

IronBones wrote:

Yes, I was not. I haven't been to the dentist for about 15 years. My last visit almost cost me my life. I came across an incompetent doctor who gave me an infection during treatment. On top of that, he treated my teeth incredibly painfully. Since then, I have stopped visiting dentists. But I didn't stop watching my teeth. I have read various articles on proper dental care and how to deal with tooth decay and plaque. And once I came across

https://www.dental-detective.com/how-long-should-dry-socket-packing-stay-in/

, where I learned that some teeth can be treated at home. I tried to study this aspect more deeply. Then I gradually learned to put myself seals, if necessary. And so I became my dentist. I think I will turn to a real doctor only when it is vital.

same here. brought cement online to fill my own cavities.

I went right before college, then went to one when a tooth broke 7 years later, then didn't go again until another 30 years passed by.

Since I've been going twice yearly for three years now, I've had nothing but problems.

Hmmmmmm ...

the dentist wrote:

So l brush a lot, use a waterpik, and even do oil pulling for the last 9 months. I did have periods that l ate candy or drank soft drinks, but they were few and far between. I know l have some recession in one tooth, but no pain. I have been reading about gum decease on the internet and it worries me. I am 48 and haven't been to the dentist since l was 23. It's not because of $ but because of fear. Anyone haven't been to the dentist in years?

Your mouth and teeth are nasty.

the dentist wrote:

So l brush a lot, use a waterpik, and even do oil pulling for the last 9 months. I did have periods that l ate candy or drank soft drinks, but they were few and far between. I know l have some recession in one tooth, but no pain. I have been reading about gum decease on the internet and it worries me. I am 48 and haven't been to the dentist since l was 23. It's not because of $ but because of fear. Anyone haven't been to the dentist in years?

Your mouth and teeth are nasty.

Yeah, I didn't visit a dentist for like 5 years until I found the right services. And that was not because I lacked finances, but the dentists weren't specialized and neither respectful. Five years ago, after an appointment, I started feeling my teeth aching. That dentist gave me an infection. And when I started complaining, they just taxed me more money to get them treated. That was it. I thought I could take care of my teeth alone. But after some years, I started to feel the pain again. I started looking for some specialists. I visited the platform https://thehealthysmile.net/ and found some good reviews. Gonna try it. Wish me luck.

I go to the dentist every 6 months for a professional cleaning and general check up. Unfortunately the dentist i had for many many years decided to know to another state so i am trying to find a good replacement. Found those Aspen Dental reviews and will go there for a trial visit. Good luck to me.

I've been going every 6 months but for the last 2 years have been using a Sonic Care toothbrush and am considering going just once a year. It, along with flossing, seems to clean just as good as a cleaning at the office. I've noticed that cleanings at the dental office take no more than 5 minutes, since I've been using that device. I've read that manual brushing gives you 300 brushes per minute vs the Sonic Care gives you 30,000 brush strokes per minute and removes 4x the amount of plaque. No, this is not a schill for the product, I'm just really impressed by the results.

Which Sonicare toothbrush do you use?

Phillips Sonic Care e Series

Every time i go to the dentist i have severe jaw pain for a week or so afterwards

So the reality is since your teeth haven’t been monitored there may be deeper issues.

Not going to the dentist regularly? What is this......Rural America in the 1950's or 1960's. I bet you have tons of plaque and tartar build-up. Go to the dentist ASAP!

So, go to the dentist. There are some dentists who will sedate you (so you need to go with someone who can drive you home) if you are fearful.

Go to the dentist.