Ouch!

I had an oral surgery  last Tuesday, March 6th relative to my dental implant. I worked on my crochet projects while healing. Needle work is therapeutic for me. I finished the 35" X 35" Afghan spring wrap for my niece Katrina's baby. I also made an adult beanie for Bruce, a senior gentleman in my church. He needed one. Likewise, I created two beanies for the two toddlers of Kate. I felt good afterwards. Creating something for others do make me feel good. Art can't be kept hidden. It has to be shared. At least that is my motto. I can't keep all those I made and make. Otherwise, they won't fit in my studio in North Beach.

Last night as I was in the midst of my crafts making, I noticed as well that my right cheek was swollen. I thought at first that I was just overweight because I am really, right now. Yes! Seriously!

Luckily, this morning when I checked again myself in front of the mirror, the swelling has subsided. Thank God! And I feel a lot better. No more throbbing pain. I just hope that I heal well. I have a full year,  booked for air and sea travel, all international flights with Little Boy (as husband and I start our retirement sojourn on April 7th this year). Actually, it is just his "early retirement" as I am not in that age category yet. LOL!


Anyhow, this tooth has costed me an arm and a leg at this point in time. Really, the San Francisco price for everything being a prime city is sooo way astronomical.

I had to see first my dentist when I started to have pain on this tooth in question. Then, I was advised to see  a specialist regarding my aggravating dental issue. So there, I came to see one. This periodontist had to pull this tooth I had. And then for the surgery, I had to see her again this week. Each procedure was  billed independently from the other. Once my gum heals, I need to go back to my regular dentist so she can measure up my implant for the creation of a new crown. Boy, that is another expense! Actually, the cost for three procedures is two business class round trip tickets to Bangkok from San Francisco.

I almost backed off.But then, I am a woman and vain. And husband insisted, "Do it! Your smile is important to me. And you are beautiful. With. Your complete set. Set of Teeth." 😅😃🙂


There...so, let him pay the bills!

Right now, I felt that I have already contributed to the educational fund of my periodontist at Harvard. And it hurt$$$$$$$ in the pocket!