My son who is 2 years old went in for his first dental visit ever. I was really scared because I did not know how he would react to being in a dentist's chair and having his teeth checked since he really does not like me brushing his teeth for him. At first glance of the office, it was really inviting and my son really just wanted to play. So off the bat I was a little more relaxed because he was a little bit distracted. Then we went back to have his teeth cleaned and checked. I saw a child really relaxed to one side and one screaming on the other and anxiety ensued for me. When the dental hygienist came over and let my son play with the equipment that they were going to use on him first. She explained everything to him and me before she did what ever the next task was going to be. I have never experienced a more welcoming dental experience. The dentist came to his chair to see him and she too was wonderful. He got a few little goodies for being such a great patient and left with no news of no cavities. As we were trying to leave the office, all my son said was, ""I want to stay here mommy."" So obviously he really enjoyed being there.
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