Hi everyone. I never posted anything before, but I figured i’d give it a try. Tomorrow is my first dentist appointment in years. I’m terrified. I’ve never had any cavities filled, teeth extracted, root canals, none of that. I know for certain I have at least 2 cavities right now, I can visibly see some decay on two of my teeth. I’m only scheduled for a cleaning, exam, and x ray, but I know I will have to get fillings done eventually, and i’m pretty sure at least 2 of my wisdom teeth will need removed. I’m sort of nervous for the exam, x ray, and cleaning, but what i’m the most nervous for is the fillings and whatever other possible work i’m going to need done. My biggest fear is the local anesthetic. I’m not really nervous about the needle itself, i’m more terrified of having some adverse reaction to the anesthetic itself. I’ve never had an allergic reaction to anything before, but whenever I try something new, especially medicine, I always convince myself i’ll have some adverse reaction. I’ve never been numbed either before, so the feeling of numb has me on edge as well. I know I can’t put off the dentist any longer. I thankfully am not having pain with my teeth, just slight sensitivity, but I wanna take care of the problem before it gets worse. I’ve rescheduled this appointment once already, and I don’t wanna do it again. I also am beyond anxious because I normally would have someone come with me and be there for me, but with Covid, I don’t know if that’s even a possibility right now. Does anyone have any tips on how to calm your anxiety down at the dentist? also what can i expect with the exam, cleaning, and x-ray? I would appreciate any advice.