After 27 years (nearly 28! Jen says), my teeth have finally given in.
I haven't been to the dentist since before my mission. I got my wisdom teeth pulled in March of 1997 or so and don't remember going back to the dentist since then. So, imagine my embarrassment when I filled out my paper work and in the slot that says "Last Dentist" I put Moses and for "Last Dental Checkup" I put "Pre-flood."
As the hygenist looked at my teeth, she exclaimed, "Wow! You must have had flouride in your water in Indiana." I responded (between saliva slurps), "I think they had a bit of everything in the water in Indiana." She was pretty impressed with my teeth, especially considering they hadn't been checked in 9 years.
However, not all was good. The dentist did find two cavities (my first ever!) between two molars (where two molars touch). Same spot, but on two adjacent teeth, so two cavities. I was a little depressed about this discovery as I know I've flossed at least once in the last five years.
I know, I know...half of you got the bad teeth gene and you hate me right now. While I can certainly attribute much of my good teeth to genes, I do take fairly good care of 'em (it's all that gum -- sugarfree -- chewing I do). Now I've just got to find a solution to my tired jaw from all that gum-chewin'!
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That is so cool Jess. I remember going to the dentist with you when we were little and I had three cavities and you have none. I was so mad that you ate candy all the time and didn't have any. However, since that time, I have only gotten two. While not as good as yours, I feel very lucky to have good teeth. If it weren't for the crazy sideways tooth in my gum, I wouldn't have gotten braces because they weren't that crooked. I went in after I had Will and thought with all the throwing up I would have rotten teeth but Dr. Craig said he was very surprised because my teeth looked excellent. Yeah, to healthy teeth!
I had crooked teeth, but have had really quite healthy teeth myself. I went last year and Dr. Craig was happy with everything. No cavities, no gum problems, nothing. Glad to have a healthy mouth. Plus, cavities aren't that huge of a deal, if you ask me. kind of just happens sometimes.
Hate isn't even the word for it Jess.
I'm plain out JEALOUS.
I am someone that goes to the dentist every 6 months no matter what and always have since I was 3. I floss 3-4 times a day and brush at least that often a day. I have cavities everytime I go to the dentist. At least one, but at most times 2 cavities. I'm constantly getting numbed and drilled and I hate it. This is so not fair!!!!
So is the secret to great teeth banning the dentist from your life? Maybe I should give up flossing too, never did enjoy it just thought I was preventing cavities.
Here's something to ponder . . . Why do we spend all this money on teeth that will have to be pulled when we are old anyway just to wear a fake set. I just don't get it. I think I'm going to bed tonight without brushing and I'll blame my bad breath on Jess.
Michelle
Michelle, I think the trick is to avoid the dentist. I used to go on a regular basis too and always have about two cavities on average. So, I decided to wait. I waited for at least three years before I returned and I didn't have one cavity and I never floss! Well, Hans went to the dentist not too long ago and had quite a few cavities filled. Ever since then, he's been OBSESSED with brushing and flossing. He flosses every day, and if he doesn't see me floss for a day or two, he won't let me go to bed until I do it. It drives me nuts. By the way, his mother has fake teeth on the top of her mouth but they really do look fake. He told me he doesn't want to feel like he's kissing his mother in the future.
I hadn't gone to the dentist for seven years! I know, gross. I only had two cavities and I've never had more. Mom and dad must have healthy teeth.
Thanks, Jess. I woke up face to face with a woman whose breath was foul enough to kill cancer and it is all your fault. Actually, I think the idea of going to bed without brushing her teeth is as repulsive to Michelle as I am sometimes.
Oh you guys make my day!! I have laughed and laughed over all these comments. This is downright fun!! And yes, Jess, I hate you, too! Actually, it's the dentist I hate more. Jim is right behind that list because he won't leave me alone about flossing. His teeth keep falling out and his cavities do, too. He flosses all the time. I'm just down right scared of any dentist and I'm more scared of Dragon Lady, Abby. There is NOTHING I like about dentists!!!
Jason, if Michelle's breath could really kill cancer, don't you think you ought to be taking her to work with you? Wouldn't that make your science much easier?
The funny thing is that I don't dislike the dentist at all. I guess I haven't had enough experiences there to give me a reason to dislike the dentist. I just haven't had dental insurance since my mission.
It's 3:25 p.m. and the brushing hasn't started for the day. I've decided to try one whole day and see how much protective coating I can build up on my gorgeous teeth. Jason would you hurry home so I can give you a big kiss with DRAGON BREATH!!! By the way, I've decided to cancel the dental insurance so we can get a higher paycheck each month and we can take some of the savings and go buy tons of sugarless gum. Any flavors you'd suggest Jess????
I think that's a pretty good plan, Michelle.
I personally chew Extra brand all the time...as far as flavors, I'm partial to Polar Ice right now and have been for a few years. It really wakes your mouth up.
Disclaimer: I'm not advocating gum chewing in lieu of teeth brushing (ahem Michelle) for fear of creating some rocky marriages. I have managed to get both habits formed...twice brushing/day and plenty of gum.
You guys crack me up. I threaten to send this blog to Dr. Craig C.
I just had a crown replaced and the temporary came out five times. The last time I just let it go. Now I have one more to do. I do not think you got the good tooth gene from me.
Dad Clark
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