Bells and Whistles...

Growing up, my dentist had all the bells and whistles...movies, video games, stuffed animals, treats, and more... I never really liked going to the dentist, but with so many things to look forward to it never ended up being so bad! Knowing nothing different, I wanted the same for my kids...but with the insurance we have, it turns out that no "bells and whistle dentists" take it.

I took Archer to the dentist for the first time last Thursday! I think I was more nervous than he was...how was he going to respond to someone working in his mouth? would the dentist be good with kids? would they help explain things in a silly way to take the scariness out of the dentist? what about the x-rays...

Here is how it went...

Big Doggy had his first trip too.
Reading "What to Expect At the Dentist."
Preparing for X-rays. Still smiling...
If you look closely, Archer is smiling in the small mirror. He thought it was so funny!
Getting his teeth cleaned. No cavities!
Mommy was prepared with "treats" for one brave boy!

Conclusion: I guess you don't need all the bells and whistles to like the dentist. PHEW!!!