well, *I* go to the dentist for oral surgery on Friday...(1st of two extractions of useless, hollow teeth WAY in the back)(I have thin, soft enamel)

The thing is, I had this same dentist do an extraction when he was a young fellow, 28 years ago, and again maybe 15 years ago. It took me awhile to remember his name, but he was so good, it was worth the effort to find him. Now here we are, he nearing retirement, and me nearing the end of my teeth..*grin*. I suppose I'll be sore for a couple of days, but I trust Dr. Sweeney to cause no pain during the procedure.

I, personally, have NO need for the missing fun of complaining and moping, as I can manage that with very little excuse anyway.