Phillip has always thought it strange that over the 14 years that we have known each other I LOVE going to the dentist. I truly enjoy the whole experience of a cleaning and check-up (drilling not so much). Yesterday it was Teeth Cleaning Day for all of the Harper's. First I have to say I ABSOLUTELY love my dentist. We go to DKW Dentistry in the West Village on Atlanta Road behind 5 Guys & Starbucks (for those that are local and looking for the best dentist).
There is no need to go to a pediatric dentist for your child and than have another day for your appointment. For us it is so convenient. Phillip went 1st and headed to work when Noah and I arrived. Bare in mind as child friendly as our whole experience was, when you walk in there is a water feature, fireplace and an extremely comfortable atmosphere - very spa like, but very down to earth. Dr Kingsley White has a 4 year old and the dental hygienist has a 4 month old so they love kids and welcome them. As I got my cleaning and paraffin treatment (yes they will do your hands just for some extra pampering - does you dentist do that??) Noah sat a few feet from mom with head phones on watching PBS kids. Each room has a flat screen that the Dentist uses so you can relax and watch your favorite show and than eventually she shows you your x-rays on the screen so you can really see if you have any issues/cavities (which I am proud to say none of us did). I honestly forget Noah was in the room. I was completely relaxed and he loved having the head phones on and didn't say a word.
Than it was Noah's turn. Dr White showed him all of the tools "mr thirsty", the "tooth tickler" the "chair ride", to giving him a choice or grape or strawberry flavored toothpaste and she used grape flavored gloves (I am asking for those gloves next time) Noah did not hesitate - he hopped right in the chair, opened wide and let her check his teeth, count them and clean them with the tooth tickler he even got to hold "mr thirsty". She even commented how he had almost no plaque. He loves to brush sometimes 4x a day - I am sure it has something to do with the flavor of his toothpaste.
He never whined, complained, or looked afraid! I think he will join the short ranks of people like me that love going to the dentist and who LOVE THEIR dentist.
Noah left happy as if we had gone to Kangazoom or a Birthday party - with a goody bag with the Firefly toothbrush - that flashes for the length of time he is supposed to brush, he got some other special prizes, alligator floss, yummy flavored toothpaste and lots of hugs and praise.
Thank you Dr White and your staff!
www.dkwdentistry.com please check them out if you need a dentist that can treat the needs of your entire family and do it with love and excellence!
