If you’re just visiting for a checkup and polish, expect to spend 45 minutes to an hour total. That’s from the moment you sign in to the moment you get a free travel-sized floss.
If you need work done, double it for each tooth. As my dentist says, “Your teeth don’t know you have a lunch meeting.” Rude, but accurate.
So, next time you book an appointment, block out a little more time than you think you need. Bring a podcast. Deep breaths. It’s just an hour of your life, and your teeth will thank you by not screaming at midnight.
And remember: nobody has ever said, “Gosh, I wish I spent less time at the dentist.” Except that one guy. He’s still missing his rear molar.
