It's crazy that even at 3 years old, Caeden is still meeting "milestones!" We experienced another "first" yesterday as he had his first trip to the dentist. Our dentist recommends that kids wait until they're 3 years old before their first visit, so that's what we did! I thought it was great because he was old enough to kind of understand what was going on. We checked out some "dentist" books from our library a few weeks ago, so that helped give him a heads up about what was going to happen.
Daddy's appointment was right before Caeden's. So we got to the office towards the end of Daddy's visit so Caeden could watch, see the moving chair, see the mask the hygienist wears, etc. Then...it was his turn! And he did GREAT! Here he is waiting...of course we had to bring his blankie...
He opened up soooo wide and was so proud of how big his mouth was!
Here they are "counting his teeth!"
And now for the toothbrushing!
He even was fine when they rinsed his mouth, suctioned out the water, and then flossed his teeth. He let them do everything they needed to do and they said his teeth look great! Very little plaque and no cavities! He walked out with a balloon, a goody bag, and a toy car from the treasure chest. It was pretty funny - he looked like he had just left a birthday party! I'm just glad the first visit was a success!
Way to go Caeden!!
ReplyDeleteThe feeling when you know your kids have a good set of teeth and without cavities is really priceless! You must have been happy that Caeden enjoyed his first dental check up. Seeing his Dad doing well with his dental check up must have given him the idea that he is safe in their hands. Congratulations for his successful dental visit!
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Your son is very brave! I think what you did help him a lot not be scared about going to the dentist. He behaved very well in the chair. I can say that he’s now a big boy for showing that kind of attitude. Congratulations on his successful first dental checkup! +Malorie Meade
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to Caeden for another first! I’m glad he got through his first ever dentist visit just fine. He seems to have been quite excited too! It’s so great when kids have a good first dental experience, because that prevents them from developing a fear of dentists as they grow up. Let’s hope his cheery outlook on dental visits lasts forever!
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