For years, my dentist has advised that I have my wisdom teeth removed before they become a problem and well, they've become a problem. The teething and shooting pains I could usually handle, but something happened during my overnight on-air shift last week that sent me over the edge. I broke off part of my wisdom tooth while eating a bag of Skittles. It was horrifying, and I apologize if even the thought of this makes you cringe like it does for me.

I take good care to brush my teeth and have always visited the dentist twice a year. They've told me I have some nice chompers, except for the wisdoms. This top left one that broke on me had a deep cavity in it due to my inability to reach it with a toothbrush and my fondness for sugar. I'm still a little shocked, though; I didn't know it was that bad!

Luckily, I already had an appointment for a consultation to go into oral surgery for the wisdoms which was set up months ago. That's today, Monday, and I'm nervous to see what they say and about the possibility of missing work or struggling to speak behind the mic. I also really like sweets. It's sort-of a good thing that my tooth broke, as I strongly contemplated skipping this appointment. On that note, I brushed past why I have not had these wisdoms out yet, so allow me to explain.

I'm absolutely horrified of the procedure. Having my teeth removed in any way is my single greatest fear. I have super sensitive teeth and I think the excessive pain I went through with my braces has left me with a little lingering trauma. Additionally, I've never been knocked out before, and I've read horror stories of patients being unable to move in any way but with total consciousness remaining as they are being operated on. I was also a smoker, and dry sockets are intimidating. 

Anyhow, wish me luck at this consultation! Hopefully, they tell me the bottoms don't need to come out as they've never given me any issues, but I doubt it. It's not going to be a fun time one way or another, but I've got my mom going with me tomorrow and my fiancée taking care of me the day of, so I'll make it!

Take care of yourself, and thanks for listening to WQMX!