Preparing for tooth removal (xpost in childhood years)

[monocyte]

My 4 year old DS needs to have his 2 front teeth removed soon (long story short...cavity repair gone bad, very close to abcessing). Not looking to discuss this as I am so over the whole situation...we have a second opinion next week and I'm hoping it doesn't actually come to this.

He hates the dentist...freaks out in the parking lot for just a cleaning. He normally is a laid back, easy going kid, but, thanks to one bad dentist and one bad experience, it has compounded into extreme anxiety - rightfully so.

Does anyone know any books/video/anything that address the subject of having a tooth pulled?? I really need to prepare him for this.

[ledzepplon]

I don't know, but I would try calling your dentist and asking them. I'm sure this issue comes up for them a lot!

[Jewelie]

dental trauma

I can't imagine that they would not use sedation. And if that's the case, it might have to be done in a hospital. If that's the case, you can talk with their child life people who are an AMAZING resourse. (come to think of it, they could probably make suggestions & recommend books either way). I know there is a Dr. Seuss book- it seemed ok when I read it. and bunches of others I've seen in ped. dentist offices but I don't know the titles.

good luck,
julie

[kaPOW!]