Dental Treatment Yesterday...Then My Day Fell Apart

[Sunshine00]

Background: 10 days ago I developed a toothache, my regular dentist couldn't fix it, put me on antibiotics and referred to endodontist for a root canal. I went yesterday for the treatment and I was doing just fine, felt fine, etc. I was happy to be there because I wanted the tooth fixed. The dentist did a wonderful job, her staff was wonderful and it was an all-around good experience. I got home and I felt exhausted and the heavy chest feeling started, then I cried and it was Mr. Anxiety for the rest of the day. I don't understand what happened to me that led to the anxiety flare. Has anyone experienced something similar?

 

[SirJoe]

It could have been the anesthetic. It does have a very funny effect on us, I did go through something similar when I had a root canal. I was fine through the procedure but shortly after leaving the dentist I felt my heart racing and really claustrophobic. It only went away when I couldn't feel the effects of the anesthetic anymore.