The Missing Tooth
By Amber
@AmbiePam (124115)
United States
August 4, 2026 4:39pm CST
Well, it’s not missing. I left it on the counter in shards, with the dentist. It was the very back tooth, and it was jagged, not able to be saved. The jaggedness had repeatedly scraped at my cheek which had left an ulcer. Which explains the pain. I just assumed the pain was from something to do with how I slept (I wear a mouthguard at night). Since you don’t notice it, and it was not salvageable, she took out the leftover jagged pieces. She also did X-rays. She’s putting together a treatment plan for the remainder of the work that needs to be done (2 crowns and a bridge). We’ll see how bad the cost is soon.
I did get the laughing gas, and that got rid of my migraine. So, that was good. Also, the hygienist thought I was in my early 30s which is good for a 45 year old to hear. 
When was your last dentist appointment?
When was your last dentist appointment?13 people like this
13 responses
@MommyOfEli2013 (91562)
• Rupert, Idaho
5h
That's a nice compliment from her. Sorry about the pain you were having though.
I haven't been in a few years, but I've never took great care of mine and I need to just get rid of mine
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@MommyOfEli2013 (91562)
• Rupert, Idaho
1h
@AmbiePam I really should, but I would only want to have work done while being under full sedation and don't know if they do it at this family clinic. They gave me shots last time when they removed a tooth but it was more than just uncomfortable. But it would be nice to not hate my horrible teeth.
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@Deepizzaguy (123913)
• Lake Charles, Louisiana
7h
My last dentist appointment was around 20 years ago to cap one of my teeth.
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@Deepizzaguy (123913)
• Lake Charles, Louisiana
2h
@AmbiePam I have been blessed to have good oral health.
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@toniganzon (78570)
• Philippines
4h
The laughing gas! it's a good thing it got rid of your migraine.
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@xstitcher (39764)
• Petaluma, California
6h
Ouch. So glad you're getting that taken care of.
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@wolfgirl569 (138465)
• Marion, Ohio
4h
That always makes you feel good when they think you are younger.
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@MarieCoyle (61037)
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7h
I hope you don’t hurt once the numbing wears off!! Have some ice handy for swelling. I bet you’re glad that’s over.
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@MarieCoyle (61037)
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37m
@AmbiePam
Ice helps dental pain so much. I hope you were able to eat and drink today.
@snowy22315 (211561)
• United States
5h
I have a tooth that broke in the back of my mouth. I should have gone to the dentist, but didn't. There are some little jagged stumps in there though. I am hoping I can get a crown. Luckily, I got no infection..it just healed nicely Good luck with your dental work
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@FourWalls (88185)
• United States
1h
It was at the end of last month. I opened my big mouth and asked about an implant on the lower left side, so now I have an appointment for that in a couple of months.
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@RasmaSandra (99617)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
6h
Glad you got it all fixed up, I have nto seen a dentist in ages and as long as there is no pain and I can eat I don't plan to look for one, They are now selling custom fit dentures just pop in mouth and not too expensive I am consider that option for when and if I roam out in the world, In my apartment I don't need them,
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