So, for context, i’m a 20 year old male, and I have horrendous teeth. Brushing my teeth just never became a habit in childhood, and now my gums have receded so much to the point you can see the root a little on one of my bottom teeth. I have my first dentist appointment this year in a few days and I am more than a little worried. I’m scared that the dentist is going to judge and chastise me for it. I know I kind of deserve it for not caring more about my teeth, but if someone does that to me, I will probably cry and break down a bit. I just don’t like to be judged. Does anyone understand what i’m going through? I’d just like some comfort through knowing someone understands the anxiety.