I've dipped since high school, which was about 14 years ago. Skoal Mint. It started as something to look cool as a ballplayer but eventually the addiction was real.
I've always been nervous about my mouth, and avoided the dentist for about 9 years because of that (ironically). I chipped a tooth about 2 months ago, and my anxiety reach an all-time high. So, I finally visited the dentist. My gums were in pretty bad shape, so they lectured me on tooth loss from gum disease, etc. I then went through a series of 3 deep cleanings. I had some deep pockets in certain areas, but they said it was all reversible and I'd be fine. I just still didn't feel right, but it wasn't enough to make me quit altogether. I cut back to 2 dips per day, from 4. I visited an oral surgeon about 6 weeks ago for consultation on wisdom tooth removal. I explained to him my gum issue, and he said I looked fine. I got my wisdom teeth removed about 4 weeks ago. They seem to be slow to heal completely. And, again, I just don't feel right in my mouth. I hear what the dentist and hygienist have said but the anxiety is just killing me. I plan to re-visit in about a week, if for nothing else but re-assurance.
I've passed the 72 hour quit mark as of this morning. Sleep has been spotty. I haven't noticed much in the way of bad dreams. I have an ulcer like sore on each cheek (not bad at all) but I'm not so sure that isn't from the wisdom teeth removal. All in all, my mouth feels better already.
Any help sleeping? I take Tylenol PM but it hasn't helped much.
Can I expect my mouth to start feeling better or worse as a move past the 72 hour mark?
DRock88