Dentist

Today Tyler had a dentist appointment for his first filling. He had no idea what was in store for him and mommy was probably more anxious if anything.

We we first got there he was fine. He remembered being there for his check up last time and he remembered watching Madagascar. Too bad mommy screwed up. The nurse came by with is "relaxing" medicine which Tyler was refusing to take from her. So mommy tried to give it to him instead. He took it from her, however gave it too fast. The medicine even mixed with some apply juice tasted bad, so Tyler was quick to spit it out. We had no idea how much if any he actually took so we weren't allowed to give him anymore. *sigh*

Next mommy had to take him into the examination room ... where should couldn't stay. She lifted him onto the chair, told him he would get to watch Madagascar and then excused herself to go to the potty. But really just sat outside on the bench where she could now hear Tyler crying and asking for her. It was SO hard for mommy herself not to cry. But she had to be strong.

They magically got him to lay down and start watching the movie, while at the same time using a local to numb the site near the filling. The whole thing took maybe 10 - 20 minutes and after first she could hear Tyler still asking for a while, but eventually it got quiet. Turns out, he was a very good patient and opened his mouth well.

We waited at the office for an additional 30 minutes to ensure Tyler had no reaction to the local and then we were off. He could eat soft foods once he got home. Up until now he hadn't had anything to eat or drink all morning long.

Mommy also was advised to keep him home from school ... so she worked from home and watched him.

Good job Tyler! Let's hope for no more cavities!