English Conversation Practice | Calling the Dentist

51,910 views ・ 2023-01-07

Rachel's English


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Let's practice English conversation.  
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My retainer broke and I'm wondering if you can make some impressions for me and make me a new one.
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A retainer is something you wear on your teeth to keep them from moving and impressions  
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are when  you stick your teeth into something gooey so that  
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they can then make a mold, an exact mold, of your  teeth. But impression also means a lasting memory.  
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His kindness made a real impression on me. Yes, we  can take impressions and make a retainer for you,  
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but your insurance doesn't cover that so  it'll be $500.
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Holy smokes, that's insane!  
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Holy smokes is a phrase you can use to  show that you're completely surprised.  
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It is a little old-fashioned but I still use it.
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Well, I guess I have no choice since I  want straight teeth.
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When do you want to come in?
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I already have an appointment for a routine cleaning next week.
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Can we just schedule  it after that?
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Sure, see you then.
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Thanks.
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