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Underwent an intense dental procedure today--deep scaling! The hygienist spent over an hour cleaning and clearing the right side of mouth. She numbed the area and then proceeded to scrape the area below the gum line, clearing it of tartar and calc. After she had cleaned the area, she then went in with a laser device. The device essentially cauterizes the region. Since I had been thoroughly numbed, I felt only minor pain every now and then.

The region is a little sore, but not very much given the process. I'll get the other side done as soon as they have an opening or 12/1, whichever comes first. Sound would be better than later, but there would have to be a cancellation.

I didn't make it to dance class--the dental work took a little longer than I had predicted and I really didn't feel like rushing anywhere after it the work was over. I had an episode of shaking and trembling while in the dental chair--triggered by the knowledge of what was going to happen and the anxiety produced. Also the expense involved even though the cost is only about 20% of what it would take to try and grow new bone. I'll see if these symptoms reoccur when the second half is done. I'm thinking that now that I know what to expect that I'll not be so anxious. We shall see!

Last night's dance class was wonderful! I went despite the pre-feeling that I would feel clumsy and tired. The movement and music produced a quiet feeling, and a reduction of anxiety while I was there. We also reviewed and danced the Cowboy Cha Cha which really amped up the good feelings. I realized when I was back home that I felt much clearer and awake. There's a message embedded in this result that seems to point to what I need to do to capitalize on this condition.

I feel like I'm riding on a roller coaster. I'm noticing that I'm having ups and downs, and the ups are way up while the downs are way down. I'll continue the mappings and see where they lead.

I'm hungry! I only had some soup after the dental work and some more soup for dinner. I'll eat more tomorrow even though I'll still be eating softer food.