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
