literally read this as my wisdom tooth continues to grow and is probably messing my entire mouth up. had to reschedule my (second!) consultation appointment with (a second!) doctor so I can't get solid info about surgery until the end of october. the first doctor told me my bottom ones are situated on nerve endings so there's a chance my face could go numb forever if I get them removed 🙃 needed to get another opinion due to my horror. lol. anyway! too much info to overshare but just want to let you know i see you and feel for you, dental issues SUCK
I am so so glad that you wrote about this. I loved every second of it, especially because you detail exact thoughts and feelings I've had/have. I've also been thinking about writing something very similar.
About 2 years ago now, I had my teeth straightened with invisalign because the dentist had been imploring me to do it for years and finally I got to a point where I was too insecure to even smile. While I'm grateful for my now straight teeth and think it was a good idea for me to do it because it really helped me with my overall mouth health, I do miss my old teeth.
I love what Ayo Edebiri said about her teeth connecting her to her family and who she is. I miss mine for the same reason and now I can't help but notice when friends and others have a crooked tooth or a gap because love how it's a part what makes them uniquely themselves. I think that's always something to consider. These little nuances/"imperfections" are greatly treasured by our loved ones.
I feel so seen. I’ve had $25,000 worth of dental work in my 30s and it’s fucking awful. I would cry ever time I was told I needed another $1200 crown or something couldn’t be saved. It makes you realize your own vanity which then begets even more shame for caring about your looks in the first place but like teeth are a big deal?!!
But. Your google history 😂 been there.
This piece is amazing and important to me so thank you 🖤
Omg I can’t even imagine! You’re seriously so strong for going through all that. You’re so right, like it feels dumb to be so insecure about it when people have it a lot worse but it’s also like…that’s my teeth! Thank you so much for reading, I’m glad it meant something for you 🫶🏻
literally read this as my wisdom tooth continues to grow and is probably messing my entire mouth up. had to reschedule my (second!) consultation appointment with (a second!) doctor so I can't get solid info about surgery until the end of october. the first doctor told me my bottom ones are situated on nerve endings so there's a chance my face could go numb forever if I get them removed 🙃 needed to get another opinion due to my horror. lol. anyway! too much info to overshare but just want to let you know i see you and feel for you, dental issues SUCK
I am so so glad that you wrote about this. I loved every second of it, especially because you detail exact thoughts and feelings I've had/have. I've also been thinking about writing something very similar.
About 2 years ago now, I had my teeth straightened with invisalign because the dentist had been imploring me to do it for years and finally I got to a point where I was too insecure to even smile. While I'm grateful for my now straight teeth and think it was a good idea for me to do it because it really helped me with my overall mouth health, I do miss my old teeth.
I love what Ayo Edebiri said about her teeth connecting her to her family and who she is. I miss mine for the same reason and now I can't help but notice when friends and others have a crooked tooth or a gap because love how it's a part what makes them uniquely themselves. I think that's always something to consider. These little nuances/"imperfections" are greatly treasured by our loved ones.
You should write the piece, I’d love to read it!
I feel so seen. I’ve had $25,000 worth of dental work in my 30s and it’s fucking awful. I would cry ever time I was told I needed another $1200 crown or something couldn’t be saved. It makes you realize your own vanity which then begets even more shame for caring about your looks in the first place but like teeth are a big deal?!!
But. Your google history 😂 been there.
This piece is amazing and important to me so thank you 🖤
Omg I can’t even imagine! You’re seriously so strong for going through all that. You’re so right, like it feels dumb to be so insecure about it when people have it a lot worse but it’s also like…that’s my teeth! Thank you so much for reading, I’m glad it meant something for you 🫶🏻