Oh, how I relate! When we were going to move to the UK, I had multiple crowns done in Canada on my husband's dental plan, as I was scared to death of British dentists. I'd seen the state of my sister-in-law's teeth (black fillings in her front teeth!) and I wanted no part of that! It all worked out OK, found a great dentist (not NHS, a private one) and so far, it has been plain sailing. But I look after my teeth like they are the crown jewels, as I did not inherit great teeth either.
Nan! Come on down to my boat, baby! The minute I saw the title of that song, every single word, note, harmony, instrumental piece came back to me. I have no idea why that song was so endearing that it was completely inscribed in my memory. Love the video! How cool to have a rock star dentist!
Okay, I’m done hyperventilating.
Thank you for your honesty and vulnerability in writing this piece. It is shocking to me that teeth are not treated as part of the human body. Same with eyes. Ears. Completely insane.
And there’s so much shame that attaches to dental issues. My husband had terrible dental trauma as a child. A truly sadistic dentist. Horrible experience with braces. His teeth were so bad as an adult that some broke off. He needed dentures. Another story, with Covid, needing a second oral surgery and new dentures. They didn’t fit, so he didn’t wear them. It broke my heart to see him go through this.
Dental care should not be considered a luxury.
Giving you a big virtual hug and a fat kiss. You’re welcome to pass it along to your very cute dentist. I don’t know which band member he is, but he’s adorable. So are you. xoxo
Oh, how I relate! When we were going to move to the UK, I had multiple crowns done in Canada on my husband's dental plan, as I was scared to death of British dentists. I'd seen the state of my sister-in-law's teeth (black fillings in her front teeth!) and I wanted no part of that! It all worked out OK, found a great dentist (not NHS, a private one) and so far, it has been plain sailing. But I look after my teeth like they are the crown jewels, as I did not inherit great teeth either.
Nan! Come on down to my boat, baby! The minute I saw the title of that song, every single word, note, harmony, instrumental piece came back to me. I have no idea why that song was so endearing that it was completely inscribed in my memory. Love the video! How cool to have a rock star dentist!
Okay, I’m done hyperventilating.
Thank you for your honesty and vulnerability in writing this piece. It is shocking to me that teeth are not treated as part of the human body. Same with eyes. Ears. Completely insane.
And there’s so much shame that attaches to dental issues. My husband had terrible dental trauma as a child. A truly sadistic dentist. Horrible experience with braces. His teeth were so bad as an adult that some broke off. He needed dentures. Another story, with Covid, needing a second oral surgery and new dentures. They didn’t fit, so he didn’t wear them. It broke my heart to see him go through this.
Dental care should not be considered a luxury.
Giving you a big virtual hug and a fat kiss. You’re welcome to pass it along to your very cute dentist. I don’t know which band member he is, but he’s adorable. So are you. xoxo
I'm awake also, Nan... 3:09AM here. Leave your tooth alone!! 😁