Just horrified by your previous experience. Anesthesia isn't good for kids. If you can, get someone who is gentle and doesn't use anesthesia. Specially if it's just a check up and cleaning.

I worry constantly about my daughters teeth and going to the dentist. She will not let me brush them. I am sorry to hear about your experience.

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That is exactly how it is with our son. He is only 2 and he doesn't understand much only a few things. Explaining doesn't work at all. We just don't ever take him and I do the best I can to brush his teeth. I do have to gently force him but it only takes 10 or so seconds to get his teeth. I just can't imagine having him being tied down. And I wouldn't want him put under. He hasn't ever seen a dentist and I think it's not a good choice but I don't know what else to do right now.

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Oh no! My son just had his first appointment at the age of five because I was afraid the doctor like MANY of the others wouldn't be patient with him. I lucked up and found a good dentist on the first go. No forcing, tying down, rushing...I wouldn’t trust a doctor that can't understand the needs of their clients. Please interview all potential doctors and ask about their treatment plan.

Mine went to the dentist for the first time a few years ago and never went back. Anesthesia was necessary for us, but I hated it and they wouldn't let me be in the room, I was terrified. No cavities, though. I'm currently looking for a dentist who has experience with autism or IDD, but they are very hard to find