I have never been to the dentist before, but I have a toothache and my gum on one side is sore, and my mouth tastes funny. My mum is always making a fuss about the dentist, and she is covered in tattoos and peircings, plus she's a nurse. What I want to know is, does going to the dentist hurt? In the end I'll probably do what I have always done and stick it out until the pain goes away (Or I simply get used to it, it could be either). Is it worth going to the dentist for something I know will go away with time and leave with braces (my teeth are horridly positioned, the reason mum never takes me, we could never afford braces) Or should I just wait it out? If I do go, is there anything I can get for pain that is better than a needle? I hate needles, and getting a needle in my gums does not sound plesant...
Be warned, advice given here will most likely not be taken.