Cavities? Really?

Afterwards I told him I thought he had been really brave to which he replied, "I wasn't brave, I was scared."

Cleaning all the "sugar-bugs"

What did they just put in my mouth!?!

We are SO ready to go home!

Max had his first visit to the Dentist today. He got the works, too. The dental assistant (I apologize if that is not what they are called) was so sweet to him and explained everything she was going to do before she did it, which seemed to help him out. He actually even liked the water squirter, air blower thing at the end of the cleaning. He was even smiling as she rinsed out his mouth. I was relieved, as the first dental visit can really scar a child.
Of course no one wants to admit that they have ever done anything wrong as a parent but here it is: I am lousy at taking care of Max's teeth. Although we brush his teeth every night, it wasn't enough. He has 4 cavities, one in each molar. He has to go in to a ped. dentist to be "put under" (really, they can't come up with a better term!?!) and get them filled. This is when the guilt really kicks in as a mom and I wish I could have my teeth removed with pliers rather than have to put him through any sort of traumatic experience.
So, to all of you out there with kids, make sure you use flouride toothpaste (a pea-sized amount, make sure they spit!), floss every day, and limit juice. Max never drinks juice, but apparently candy has the same effect. Who knew?!:)