Oh, Mama_Bear, I don’t envy you! I have a really bad tooth, but my dentist is no longer licensed to do conscious sedation. I have to go to Phoenix or Prescott (Both almost two hours drive away).
And, since I have a true phobia of going to the dentist - I’m afraid I am going to become toothless, one of these days. (Just kidding of course.)
I have GOT to find someone who will knock me out and fix my poor toof-ums!
Well, good luck with your dentist search. My husband uses the conscious sedation method to have any dental work done. Our dentist does that and he is very good and gentle. For me it doesn't matter. Novocaine works fine for me. I don't have a problem with going to the dentist, I just hate to go because it is costing a small fortune. We don't have dental insurance and these dental bills are killing me. My dentist is very good at what he does and his prices reflect that. LOL.