[Jiggly]

I have possibly the worst history ever, when it comes to dentist checks. I actually can't even tell you when the last time was, as I was that young. I grew up with my parents never taking me (I assume due to cost) and was in the mindset that you go when you damage your teeth or get toothache. I got to be a fully-grown adult (ish) when I realised that simply isn't true. At which point, I was barely able to afford food, let alone seriously expensive dentist visits.

Recently, things have changed - I've moved and now have US medical insurance (which covers absolutely nothing in the dental department as far as I've been told), but will be booking an appointment ASAP. I've never had issues with toothache as far as I remember. The one exception - my wisdom teeth are making an appearance, which have only caused pain once, when they pushed through the gums and it was a bit sore for like 30 minutes.

I'm terrified of what the dentist will say. However, it's urgent that I go.