Dentist

Wendi22

Member
Messages
21
Type of diabetes
Type 1
Treatment type
Insulin
I haven't been to the dentist for many years due to abject fear, but a broken tooth got me there yesterday and now I need some work done.
How is the stress likely to affect my glucose levels on the day?
I'm also worried if I can't eat for several hours and my levels drop.
 

kitedoc

Well-Known Member
Messages
4,783
Type of diabetes
Type 1
Treatment type
Pump
Dislikes
black jelly beans
Hi @Wendi22, I would suggest you contact your DSN for advice.
For me I usually find the stress of the visit and procedure keeps the levels up well enough!
Although I always carry Glucodin tablets with me, they can dissolve inside the mouth next to the cheek
opposite the 'work site' if need be !!
Good Luck and Best Wishes !!!
 

Traceymac23

Well-Known Member
Messages
603
Type of diabetes
Type 2
Treatment type
Tablets (oral)
Dislikes
Moaner
Hi @Wendi22, I would suggest you contact your DSN for advice.
For me I usually find the stress of the visit and procedure keeps the levels up well enough!
Although I always carry Glucodin tablets with me, they can dissolve inside the mouth next to the cheek
opposite the 'work site' if need be !!
Good Luck and Best Wishes !!!
never mind the glucodin......I have 2 x valium before I go to the butchers....sorry....I meant dentist!!