Mackenzie goes to the Dentist!

Mackenzie had her first official dentist appt yesterday! I was really curious about how well she would do. And of course, like any parent, I brought my camera along for some pics. Oh, you mean most (normal) people don't bring their cameras with them to the dentist? Hmmm. Maybe I am stranger that I originally thought!

To begin, I must mention that Mackenzie was bothered instantly by the light that the dentist uses to look in your mouth. She was instantly offered sunglasses, and proceeded to have her entire visit wearing shades!

Sara, our dental hygenist started by "counting" Mackenzie's teeth. Mackenzie was ok through that part. I learned that Mackenzie has 20 teeth - 10 on top, and 10 on the bottom. Who knew? Once the counting was over, Sara started cleaning Mackenzie's teeth - with bubblegum toothpaste! This was the part I was most anxious about - Mackenzie hates it when we brush her teeth. You would think she was used to it now. . .but no! Mackenzie actually did a fantastic job! She said it tickled!! THANK GOODNESS!!!



Whew! We got through the cleaning to the spit-sucker-thing. Sorry. There is really not a nice way of putting it, and I have no idea what it is called. Maybe it is a "Saliva Vacuum"? Hmmm. I will have to ask on my next visit! Anway, I was for sure that THIS was where Mackenzie was going to lose her mind. Again, she surprised me. She liked the Salvia Vacuum. She thought it was neat and cool!

Then time for a little rinse. . .then the sucker again. . .and all was still well.

Until. . .the dentist came in. She really, really liked him. Until he used the tooth hook thing to poke her teeth and check for cavities. One poke, and she was done. Finished. Outta there! She didn't cry, in fact, she was very brave. But, there was a major boo boo face. They recommened that we take her to a kiddie dentist for x-rays and such. I made the appointment today, so I will fill you in after we go!