Logan & Connor's first teeth cleaning

Okay, it's not the first dental visit... they've been to the dentist before but have always been a little scared and would just receive an exam & fluoride. 

Logan's first visit when he was 2 was so horrible. Kids Care Dental has their exam chairs in a large open room with about 4 chairs lined up. Logan was so freaked out, we had to go to the "special" closed room. He wouldn't even let the dentist touch him. He was on my lap and I sat on a chair. We laid him down on the dentist's lap (while still sitting on mine) and there was screaming and kicking and spitting.... It did get better over the years but it was only during the last visit, that he didn't cry. It was the first time his brother had his visit. Maybe this helped with his anxiety.

Connor's first visit wasn't so bad. He let them examine him but he didn't receive a teeth cleaning because we were in the "special" closed room in fear of his older brother making a scene. haha.

During today's visit the boys waited outside on the merry-go-round horse. I don't think Connor even got off it once. The wait was long. I watched all patients come and go. I was wondering if we were being punished for being late, 10 minutes late. I hate being late but with 3 little ones, it's so hard getting my husband out of the door. Did you think I was going to blame my kids? ;)

When we went inside, we were told they would get a teeth cleaning. I freaked out a little but Logan already promised he will be good because he's 5 years old now. When asked who's going first.. Logan volunteered Connor! haha

I was a little nervous since Connor is younger and it's only his 2nd visit. He looked a little nervous but would reach his hand out and I would hold it and reassure it was okay. There were lots of giggles and joking so he was more relaxed and of course, he loves to watch TV. He got to see and feel each tool before they used it. I'm sure the chocolate toothpaste he chose was yummy too! There were a few times that he looked like he was going to cry in the beginning but didn't. I'm so proud of him!

Logan did good too but he was still nervous. I can tell. He wouldn't stay still and I know by how he acts... funny how you pick up on little things your children does when they are nervous. He said the lights were too bright so they gave him some shades. He eventually took it off... He chose the strawberry toothpaste. 

They did so awesome, we headed to Miwok Park and had Happy Meal lunches.