Be Afraid, Be Very Afraid

Today was my big appointment with the dentist and the news was not good. From what he saw on my x-rays he's thinking I'm going to need 2 root canals plus some additional work! Now this was not new to us, the last time I was there (too long ago) he advised me that I was probably going to need 1 root canal in the near future. Did I listen and schedule my appointment? No, too scared! Today that's not an option and he wasn't letting me leave without confirming out next "date." My first one is scheduled for a few weeks from now but already I am nervous. The last time I had a procedure like this done was when I had my wisdom teeth pulled out over 7 seven years ago. The pain was horrible and as soon as I heard the words "root canal" come out of his mouth everything seemed to be moving in slow motion and I immediately remembered what the pain felt like. I think my wallet must have also felt the pain because from what I understand these types of procedures can be pretty pricey. Moral of this story: listen to your dentist.