Haha, totally relate to this. I used to just nod along at the dentist, then later wonder why my wallet felt lighter. Now I always ask if there's a cheaper or simpler option first—turns out there usually is. Last year, my dentist suggested a crown, but after chatting it through, we agreed on a filling instead. Saved me a chunk of cash and stress...and it's still holding strong.
"Now I always ask if there's a cheaper or simpler option first—turns out there usually is."
Good call on that. I'm starting to question my dentist's recent suggestion about needing a root canal. The tooth feels sensitive, but no real pain yet...wondering if it's worth getting a second opinion before jumping in. Did you notice any downsides or extra sensitivity after choosing the filling instead? Just trying to gather some insights before I make a decision.
Definitely smart to question it—root canals aren't always the only route. I've seen plenty of cases where sensitivity was manageable with a filling or even just a fluoride treatment. Had a patient recently who was told she needed a root canal elsewhere, but after we tried a conservative filling, she hasn't had any issues since. Of course, everyone's different, and sometimes sensitivity can linger a bit afterward...but usually nothing major. A second opinion never hurts, especially if you're not in real pain yet.
