Jerry and I have been talking up seeing the dentist for about a month. We’ve talked about every “non-threatening” aspect of a dentist visit and Elaine actually seemed excited to go. We all had appointments so Elaine could see what happened and how the equipment looked and sounded before it was actually in her mouth. Our plan worked. Elaine sat in the chair and the hygenist, Ms. Denise, introduced her to the equipment. She touched her fingernails with the metal “tooth-finder” so she knew what it would feel. She also introduced the tickle brush (polisher), ”water gun” and ”thirsty straw.”
Elaine sat relatively still and did an awesome job keeping her mouth open. Even Ms. Denise was impressed. All this and she got to pick a toy and stickers–she definitely won’t mind going back!!!
Introduction to the tools…
She chose bubble gum flavored paste and was very happy with her decision!!
Elaine was equally as good for the dentist’s examine.
