As they escorted David to his awaiting dental chair, he dramatically announced, “I’m going to die! I’m going to die!”
Some things, as they say, are caught and not taught. I have a STRONG (almost paralyzing) aversion to dentists or at least dental work. So, all I do is contact Eccella Smiles for more info and to schedule an appointment with my dentist. Nothing personal of course. I doubt, however, I’ve ever said anything about death on my way to the dentist (at least not aloud). Doom, destruction, despair, yes but death, no. That would be a wee bit over-reacting, don’t you think. Really, children are so silly.
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Since David did beautifully at the dentist,
even when being walloped by the x-ray machine, I can’t imagine where his predictions of death by dental assistant came from.
Okay, he didn’t really get whacked in the head with the x-ray machine, it’s just some creative picture taking on my part. Okay, bad picture taking. Give me a break, it’s hard to get good shots inside a little x-ray room.
Sarah, on the other hand, was a wee bit apprehensive about going in for her exam. She isn’t verbal like David but, instead goes for the passive-aggressive approach: she only opens her mouth about a half an inch. With a dentist Rexburg you’re in good hands. The entire exam went something like this:
X-rays: “Honey, open your mouth. A little wider, please.”
Brushing: “Sarah, lean back and open your mouth.”
Flossing: “I need to get to your teeth, Sweetie. That means you have to open your mouth.”
Dentist: “I wonder if Sarah has any teeth. Can I see them, please?”
She was unmoved by their pleas (however pleasant and patient). I, on the other hand, was impressed by how much they could get done in such tight quarters. I spent most of the morning leaning over Sarah with my mouth wide open, showing her how it’s done. I’m sure that helped quite a bit. I’m surprised the hygienists weren’t more appreciative of my efforts. You know me, just trying to be a good example.
Sarah looks very relaxed for her check-up.
Instead of spacing the children out, the office scheduled them all for appointments at the same time. We pretty much took over the place. When we walked in Daniel looked around and said, “It’s not very crowded in here.” Glancing at our group, I told him, “It is now that we’ve arrived.”
The younger four get cleaned, scrubbed and fluoridated all at the same time. Joshua was off in another room, no doubt pretending he didn’t know us.
In the end, we walked out victorious! The entire group was Cavity Free!!! It was a near thing. We were 4 out of 5 by the time we made it to Joshua’s final check-up with the dentist. The pressure was on. Would Joshua shame our family’s name? Would he make it to the Cavity Free Club? Would the dentist find some horrible black spot on Joshua’s x-ray? You could have cut the tension with a piece of floss.
Okay, it’s possible David gets a little bit of his flair for the dramatic from his mother.
The kids cheered when Joshua received the “All Clear/Thumbs Up” from the dentist.
Truly a beautiful moment for all of us. We celebrated with Tootsie Pops and ice cream sundaes.
Just kidding. Really, what kind of a mother do you think I am?
We only have ice cream after getting shots at the doctor’s office. There are times when you need some sugary goodness. Just don’t tell our dentist. Interesting how Sarah is able to open up wide for a Frosty. Hmmm.
Not a single cavity in this bunch of rascals.
On a personal note, I should add that since discovering Ativan (not quite Valium but close) my dental troubles have relatively disappeared (well, except the part about still having to GO to the dentist twice a year and covering tooth filling cost). No more anxiety or fear or projections of doom and gloom. Just happy thoughts and a vague haze where those dental memories are stored. It’s lovely.
Go and Floss!
Kathy
Project 365 – Day 190
CONGRATS!! Cavity free for everyone- that is a HUGE accomplishment and one to take some pride (humble, of course) in. YEA for all of you. And it’s over—that’s the best part!!
Loved the fun blog. I hate the dentist, too- nothing personal. Love you each. Aunt Kate
It is so funny to see your kids being scared of going to the dentist. My kids love going to the dentist and can now watch cartoons on a T.V. suspended above them. Maybe your dentist should invest in some T.V. screens just for your family! Anyways, I hope you all have a great day!
That is the absolute cutest picture of a crowded dental office…crowded with Edgren kids! Priceless! I also got a kick out of Joshua not being in there with all the others. Oh, dear…there comes a time when they don’t want to be grouped in with the younger ones. He may be getting close. These were great pictures. Congrats on no cavities!
Wow!! Impressive bunch you guys are – no cavities! I love the picture of Sarah laying there with her glasses on but with the heavy grip on the chair!! Our kids love the dentist (or uh, the goody bags and new toothbrushes) I usually get get all three kids and myself in on the same day – life is so much easier when it’s only one trip to the dentist!!
Congratulations guys!! Good work!
I’m with David. Dentists are a fate worse than death.lol I’m going to see if I can get ahold of some Atavan. Maybe then I could go to my appt.lol
Good job guys!
What a club. And it happens that I am in it, too, for the only near-cavity experience I’ve had was really more of a temporary setback. Not what you’d call a real cavity at all. So if you eat like I do, then you won’t get cavities. And since I eat pretty much whatever I feel like, I have concluded that dentists merely delight in other people’s pain.
Great Pictures. That room was full of Edgren kids and their teeth. yeah, for no cavities. Isn’t is fun to watch how each one reacts to being put in the chair. Sarah may have looked relaxed, but I have a feeling she was stiff! That’s what I do. I’ve been known to recite The Lord’s Prayer in my mind during some scary procedure…over and over. Very cute pictures. Good for you, Kathy.
I was very impressed with the cavity-free verdict — the kids must take after their mother in flossing, or perhaps Kathy’s provision of healthier foods for the family is beginning to bear, er, fruit.
Kathy and I struggled to come up with a meaningful reward for being cavity-free — so many of the rewards that spring to mind are sugary treats, which is, perhaps, not the most appropriate way to recognize this particular achievement. My idea of a cotton candy machine was dismissed at the outset, for example.
We settled on a reward of five one-hour computer-game-playing chips for each child … I wanted to make it significant so that the kids would be motivated to take care of their teeth over the longer haul. It certainly wouldn’t hurt me any to save a few bucks on dental bills!
The picture of all of them lined up in that chair is SO CUTE! And, I can just see you standing over her smiling trying to get her to open up her mouth. You have such a contagious smile you know!
Keep forgetting to mention that I noticed the picture change at the top! FUN! And.. I noticed you added sidebar things, too. VERY KEWL. Love the Fruit of the Spirit icon.
Hey! I think it is funny that Sarah was a little scared about the dentist! Tarah looooves the Dentist I have no clue why, but she is dressed early and ready to go on those dentist mornings while us other kids are still brushing our teeth!(hoping we have no cavities)
Well here in Norway, dentist appointments take around 10 minutes. Oh, I don’t have a cavity and I’m 11.
Aaaaaaagh! What a horrible way to start off a Tuesday morning, reading over the blogs and landing on this picture of misery and peril right at the top of the page. I usually start each day with a smile, brought on by the happy faces of little Edgrens peeking out of the pages of my blog reader.
Somehow the dark blue gloves on the hands of the doctor made the photo all the more ominous — cold and blue, aiming those instruments of pain into that helpless little mouth. I’m surprised Kathy could take these shots without passing out.
I’m just glad there was no sound to accompany this entry or I might have passed out.
Wheew! I need to scroll down the page to find something more uplifting to start my day. Ah, the sweet smile of Rachel. I’m calm now. Sorry about that.
Oh I loath the dentist!! But I have not had the best times with dentists, one time I had to get a crown on my tooth, and the person put on the wrong one!!!
It was too small, so he had to wrench it off and try a new one.
Not fun.
I do not mind going to the dentist for my cleanings…not at all, but I really, really dislike any type of dental work that involves novacaine! I haven’t tried the Ativan yet, but might. I have a root canal partially done that I just can’t quite work myself up to having finished!
Bessie and Gabe have very good teeth and so far, no cavities. The Littles came with very, very bad teeth and I am not looking forward to the work they will need over time!
Way to go kids!