Fear of Teeth
So like I have this terrible fear of teeth. Anything to do with teeth, jaws included. It's so bad that I don't brush my teeth because I just don't like teeth at all. Dentists are a nightmare and I absolutely hate it.
It's going to be more of a nightmare if you let them rot though....pain, bleeding, looseness, surgery...
Would closing your eyes and being distracted while brushing help?
@Phthalo I've tried that before, it just freaks me out. Seeing/messing with my teeth are a no.
I can totally understand how fear can make even simple routines feel impossible. I had a friend who avoided dental care for years for similar reasons, and small, manageable steps really helped. For example, finding the best cheap electric toothbrush made brushing less intimidating, since it was simple to use and didn’t feel overwhelming. Starting slow and keeping the routine easy can make a big difference without adding stress, and it feels rewarding once you get used to it.