I'm feeling your pain.... panic.... well, actually, abject terror was more like it for me. I had six pulled at one time because of chronic abscesses that were also triggering TN. They were pulled using only novocaine -- you can imagine. I was back two weeks later for an oral surgeon to remove bone from my lower jaw so the partial would fit, and also to remove another tooth. This time I was given a sedative and also gas. If you're having twelve done at one time I imagine they'll go that route with you, Sally. Trust me, you won't feel a thing. The temporary denture they give you while you're still under will seal off all the sockets, stop the bleeding, and prevent dry socket. I doubt you'll have much pain, but they'll probably write you a scrip for a painkiller just in case.

You'll be ok, Sally. Really. The worst part is dreading it beforehand. Keep us posted, ok?

Chris