So, for the past couple of weeks, the back molar on the bottom-right side of my jaw has been hurting on and off and I haven't figured out why. Today I go to the dentist to have it checked out and sure enough, the tooth in question needs a root canal and a crown, it's either that or have it extracted, either procedure will cost me a helluva lot of money and I can't afford any insurance since I don't make enough to pay for it. That being said, right now I'm feeling a lot of anxiety and helplessness, I'm on the verge of tears because I never thought this would happen, that this tooth would get to this state three years after I had it treated for an infection. Top that off with the fact I'm already paying off a debt from my last dental procedure. Part of me is tempted to ask for help or have a GoFundMe, another part of me tells me that it somehow feels wrong to ask for money from other peoples' donation for something like this, I really don't know what to do. Yes, I do have employment, but the hours and wage I get are barely enough to get by since they can't afford to give me more hours, I work anywhere from 15-20 hours MAX on any given week. They don't even offer healthcare coverage for dental, vision, etc, so yeah, I'd have to pay 100% upfront.

As it stands, I feel frustrated, helpless, and my stupid anxiety is kicking in right now. I mostly needed to vent but for those who take the time to read this and feel like commented, thank you for being by my side. I'm a nervous wreck right now