Our Incredible Dentist Experience!

A few weeks ago I took the older kids to a new dentist. I searched the insurance website looking for a pediatric dentist, but I couldn't find one anywhere near us. I settled on a family dentist office close to our house (which is a feat, since we live out in the country :) ).


I tried to prepare the kids for what they might experience, thinking that Talia, who is in a fearful phase, would be especially anxious. I needn't have worried. The staff were incredible! They exclaimed over everything from their sweet faces to their shoes. They asked them tons of questions about themselves and then showed them all around the exam room before they even sat in the chair. They let them explore the equipment, push buttons, "ride" in the chair, and pick out a character toothbrush all before they even mentioned opening mouths.


When the time came to sit in the chair they each got to pick out a pair of sunglasses to wear when the hygienist turned on the bright, overhead lamp. These kids were in heaven! I'm sure they felt like movie stars!

The dentist was equally kid-friendly. She was hilarious and the kids liked her immediately. When we left each kid got stickers, a sugar-free lollipop, a new toothbrush, a mini tube of toothpaste, and a paperback book about going to the dentist, which the dentist had inscribed and signed. (The book was because it was their first visit to this office.) Needless to say they can't wait to go back to the dentist. Great job Mortenson Family Dental!