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[–] Brain_Spasm 0 points 1 point (+1|-0) ago 

I went to the dentist last week. Similar situation. Had to wait in my car til they were ready, fill out questionnaires, temp check. When I saw the dentist and helper I laughed out loud. They looked like extras in that movie Outbreak. Full gown, mask, goggles, face shield... I had to apologize for laughing cause it really isn’t funny to them. I got a small cavity fixed and a cleaning. But they couldn’t use the water pic or the polishing tool due to aerosols. 30 minutes of work, $420 bill. I picked the wrong business.

[–] uvulectomy 0 points 1 point (+1|-0) ago 

You really didn't. I have a few family members in the dental field. What I've gathered from them is that the work itself is fine, and often interesting/rewarding. But the hassle of dealing with the patients themselves makes them want to go on a rampage most days.

[–] aduda [S] ago 

I have heard the same thing. Having gone there nearly 30 years, have become familiar with some of the staff. Can usually tell by demeanor & body language if a previous patient(s) had been difficult.

[–] Brain_Spasm ago 

Yeah dealing with people sucks. I’ve done my time in the customer service business. I am pretty good at dealing with horrible people but it gives me anxiety. I’m in construction now so we still have to deal with people but we are experienced enough to preempt any bitchyness. Or even better, we deal with the general contractor as a middle man and he deals with the customers.

[–] aduda [S] ago 

Ha, forgot to add the part about calling from the parking lot. Wife took the reminder call the day before and didn't remember to tell me I had to call before going in. I was first patient and they were caught off guard and quite surprised when I just walked in.