No Pain, We Cry!

My friend told me of her 4-year-old granddaughter who was rushed to the hospital with a high fever. At the emergency room, the doctor discovered that the little girl had massive throat and ear infections. He commented that it was amazing that she had been able to...

Got…Pain?

I had my final procedure for my root canal yesterday. (See previous posts). One of the interesting parts was a device they put in my mouth as the dentist poked into my tooth and roots. The device made sounds that indicated when he had reached the end (I’m...

Careful What You Ask For

I was grateful for the opportunity for my mom and I to go visit my sister, Karen. As we drove, we talked about our favorite Twilight Zone episodes. (Don’t admit you remember that TV program–it was too long ago!). Hers is when the main character only wants...

Search My Tooth, er Heart, Lord

Well, after 1 hour 40 minutes with my mouth open, the dr. declared he got all the bad stuff out. (If you are new to the posts, please read the previous days about my root canal). I’ve had my mouth open speaking for 1 hour 40 minutes but never in the same...

Infection causes Bone Loss

As I mentioned in yesterday’s post, I was headed in for a root canal. It turned out it was just a consultation and I will have the procedure tomorrow/Thursday.As the doctor examined me, he determined that the infection had most likely caused bone loss. (Another...