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By FlyingPain - 05/08/2016 11:16 - United Kingdom

Today, I found out that I need to get a root canal, the only day I can get an appointment is on the same day I'm flying out for training for my new job. I can't get out of either, so now need to face my fear of flying and fear of dentists the same day. FML

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By Toothache - 19/06/2023 00:02

Today, during a routine visit to the dentist, she advised me to get root canal treatment done, to avoid any future pain. As we are traveling abroad where we won't have insurance, my husband is forcing me to get RCT within four days. I'm in so so much pain, life is hell. FML

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By Anonymous - 30/10/2019 02:00

Today, after two root canal procedures done on the same tooth in last two years, the tooth had been acting up for a few days, so I went in to get it checked. Turns out, it got infected AGAIN and I gotta get a THIRD root canal done on the same tooth. FML

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By Hatim - 04/04/2023 08:00 - United Arab Emirates - Sharjah

Today, I had an appointment with my dentist to check for cavities. He told me that most of my teeth have cavities, and that I may need a root canal. In fact, I ended up actually getting a painful root canal. FML

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By Owww - 10/07/2018 19:00

Today, I went to the dentist at 8:30 for a check up. I walked out at 2:00 with a root canal and several thousand dollars in debt. I guess I'm not having a wedding this year or quitting the job I hate. FML

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By Anonymous - 27/12/2010 16:28 - United States

Today, I was being driven to get my wisdom teeth removed and I was panicking all the way there. When we got to the office, I was told that I'd been brought in on the wrong day, and that I have to do this all over again tomorrow. FML

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By Anonymous - 17/11/2009 16:56 - Canada

Today, I canceled my dental check-up because I'm getting busy at work. Then, as I was flossing, my finger slipped, I heard a "crunch" from one of my fillings, and I now have a killer toothache. It's costing me double to go to the dentist because it's now an emergency call. FML

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By Anonymous - 31/07/2012 16:13 - United States

Today, I got a root canal. It wouldn't have been that bad if the dentist hadn't performed it on the wrong tooth. FML

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By GrinningCynic - 14/05/2012 17:55 - United States - Englewood

Today, I was told I need two root canals. This is because my previous dentist did such a bad job on one of my teeth that the decay went through and transferred to its neighbor. FML

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By rj - 06/03/2011 05:42 - United States

Today, I went to the dentist after 24 hours of severe tooth pain. They did an emergency root canal. After the anesthesia wore off, within minutes, the pain returned only worse than before. Called the dentist, I had to return, only to find they had done the root canal on the wrong tooth. FML

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By hatemydentist - This FML is from back in 2014 but it's good stuff - Canada - Toronto

Today, it was the fourth time I've had major dental work done, because my dentist messed up my root canal. After almost a dozen needles, three missed work days, over $1,000, and 2 broken tools, I only have a tiny, barely-successful filling to show for it. FML

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Friday 5 August 2016 17:13

It's the perfect day to go skydiving, and get a pet tarantula. All while being in the dark of course.

Tripartita 44

Friday 5 August 2016 18:04

Well, we have your "pretty sure" verses the OP's explicit statement that she can't get out of it. Who will win this epic battle?!

Comments

zezili 18

Saturday 6 August 2016 3:22

You know you can probably find another dentist to do it? You literally will not be able to do your work training after so I recommend you find another dentist to book another time.

lationas 25

Saturday 6 August 2016 9:21

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firemuncher 19

Saturday 6 August 2016 13:21

wow lucky i couldnt afford a root canal and had to get it removed as it was the cheaper option.(but still FYL)

linzk8 8

Saturday 6 August 2016 13:35

Hi, OP here thanks for a lot of the supportive comments :) Unfortunately I can't rearrange the appointment for when I come back as I'll be away for around a month and I've been told if I wait that long the tooth will likely be pulled rather than making any attempts to save it. Also the dentist seems ok with me flying on the same day so hopefully it'll all be fine and I'm freaking out over nothing.

PrincessShiraz 11

Sunday 7 August 2016 16:42

Hi OP - if there is any possible way you can get the procedure sooner, please pursue it. Perhaps another dentist? Putting it off is not a option; the pain without it will be excruciating, as the tiny pockets of air inside the decayed tooth expand and contract. I know you can't put it off for a month, but I mean if you were to fly and get the root canal when you arrive at your destination. I really, truly hope you find a solution, and good luck with the new job! If you MUST fly that day, make sure you get prescription pain meds. NOT Tylenol 3, you need narcotics. Hydrocodone. Best wishes!

ashyash90 8

Saturday 6 August 2016 18:31

I'm suuuuper phobic of dentists and I had to have a root canal. It definitely was not fun but the amount of pain I was in gave me no choice so I just focused on how much better I'd feel when it was over. Also, do not be afraid to speak up if you feel anything! They had to give me a couple shots of Nova Caine in my gums and once that was numb they did one directly inside the cavity in the tooth and gave it time to take effect before they started. (My dentist had already done some drilling and took out some of the tooth). I felt nothing the whole procedure and didn't even really need pain meds after! I haven't gone back for the crown due to my phobia though.