The Dentist

Samuel had his first dentist visit yesterday. Steve and I get an A+ for teaching good dental hygiene. I get a C- for my possible involvement in passing on teeth that are far too large for the mouth they were matched with.

On the other hand, I get an A+ for choosing possibly the most awesome pediatric dentist on the planet.

The toys and sports paraphernalia that decorate the office were expected, and I wasn't at all surprised by the clever use of flatscreen TVs that were hanging on the ceiling above every dental chair.

But the staff were amazing. They didn't just "let" or "encourage" Samuel to sit on my lap, but insisted upon it. Each time they brought out a new tool they showed Samuel how it worked, had him touch it, used it on his hands, and when he got scared, stopped and waited, and had him look at it and touch it again, until he was ready to have it in his mouth.

Ok, so when I first saw Dr. Kelly I had some serious questions about what decade he belonged in. All I can say is, he must REALLY REALLY have identified with "This is Spinal Tap". But I couldn't hold that against the guy. His chairside manner was amazing, and he put both Samuel and I at ease.

Yay! For our first successful dentist visit!

PS no mention of cavities or concerns other than the clear crowding of teeth and less noticeable overbite. sigh. definitely my genes on those last two... at least i can also (try to) take credit for his gorgeous hazel eyes