First Trip to the Dentist

Monday Baylor had his first appointment with the Dentist.  I have pretty much been preparing him for this for the last year.  I have taught him to say Aaaaa when he opens his mouth.  I am always looking in his mouth to see if any new teeth are pushing through. Tooth brushing is not negotiable.  Flossing is optional but he enjoys that and will ask to floss.  I found a pediatric dentist and they start seeing kids at 2 just to get them used to going.  I have been telling him about going to the dentist for the last week or so.  We  talked about it so much that he knew the whole story.  I would tell him he is going to the dentist.  He would ask 'What he do? Check my teeth." We practiced looking in his mouth with the flashlight.  So when we went yesterday he was looking forward to it.  He liked the play room the best of course. 

They had him sit in the chair and was practicing opening his mouth.

Then the dentist came in.  He had a stuffed dog that he used to show Baylor how they use the mirror to count the dog's teeth.  He let Baylor try it and then got ready to look at his teeth. 

He confirmed his bottom molars are in and the top have not broken through yet. 

The rest of the time was just talking to us and Baylor picking out stickers, getting a new toothbrush and floss.  The dentist took him out to see the fish tank and Baylor seemed willing to go anywhere with him.  This is the kid who usually never leaves my side.  Then he wanted to go back to the play room.  He has an appointment in 6 months to do the same thing to get him used to going. 

I have been very blessed with good teeth and only have had 2 cavities in my life.  I was six when I had them filled.  I have loved going to the dentist my entire life.  I love the clean teeth feeling, minus the polishing grit taste.  Hopefully Baylor will also have good luck with his teeth. So far we are off to a good start.