The Dentist

Yesterday, I had to go to the dentist. I always get Owl City's 'Dental Care' song stuck in my head.

I've been to the dentist a thousand times
So I know the drill, I smooth my hair
Sit back in the chair
But somehow I still get the chills

"Have a seat", he says pleasantly
As he shakes my hand and practically laughs at me
"Open up nice and wide", he says peering in
And with a smirk he says, "Don't have a fit
This will just pinch a bit", as he tries not to grin

A dozen shots of novacaine, three fillings, and one viewing of Finding Nemo and I was done.

This is me trying to smile as much as I can. Dustin couldn't stop laughing and even I have to admit it is pretty funny.


I wasn't really in any pain so we laid on the couch watching more Freaks and Geeks, waiting for my face to go back to normal. Dustin is seriously the best nurse in the world. Anytime I'm sick he gets and does anything I need. Last night he helped me drink a sip of apple juice without spilling it down my shirt, heated up my dinner, and held my hand while we watched tv. He's the best.

This morning my jaw is really sore from straining to keep it open for so long. Fingers crossed this work day flies by.