(Don’t) Be a Dentist

Many people are afraid of dentists, and I think when you hear about three of my dentists, you’ll understand why I might have trepidation. The first dentist to probe my mouth was Dr. Chantiles. He had had polio as a child, and I don’t know whether it was that and the resulting physical challenges thatContinue reading “(Don’t) Be a Dentist”

Smile? Not For You…

Most people don’t like going to the dentist, mostly for good reasons. The chair is usually uncomfortable, it’s a bit awkward having someone stick their fingers in your mouth, the X-ray film holders make you gag, and often you get chided for not taking the proper care of your teeth. Not that they’re wrong, it’sContinue reading “Smile? Not For You…”

Discount Meatball Surgery!

Have you ever had surgery? What for? Is the first word of my title a verb or an adjective? Let me know what you think while I detail two surgeries in answer to the prompt. Many years ago I had my wisdom teeth out. There’s nothing notable about that story except for going to workContinue reading “Discount Meatball Surgery!”