The procedure to actually fix the tooth was a bit more traumatic for Sam than I was expecting. The dentist didn't want to numb the tooth area because it is apparently very painful to numb the front tooth. And the laughing gas didn't work so well because Sam doesn't breathe through her nose, she breathes through her mouth like her Daddy. They had to use water constantly to keep the tooth wet when they were shaping it. Sam felt like she was drowning because she felt like she couldn't breathe through her nose. So it was impossible to breathe through her mouth with the water in it. At one point she reached up and started pulling everything off her face. It was really sad to watch. But I was strong and I held her hands and rubbed her leg.It was all worth it though. Because she definitely looks better with a whole tooth!!
Until next time,
Jaime
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