I had a checkup with my dentist a few weeks ago and took DD with me thinking she'd happily sit in her stroller and watch his TV but she completely freaked out, totally lost it! They ended up taking the next patient through while I settled DD and DH had to leave work early and get her! That said, I don't think a checkup with the dentist will be happening anytime soon for our DD I asked the receptionist while there about DD and she said they wouldn't normally suggest a checkup until they're three or so. She said they're more cooperative by then and usually find the whole experience fun - especially the chair She said as long as we are teaching her to brush - and just sucking on her brush is better than nothing - then we are doing fine.

I give DD her brush usually while I do my teeth. Sometimes I'll stand her on our vanity so she can watch in the mirror. I let her play then I try to give them a quick scrub too. We've taught her to spit which is so funny but she hasn't mastered it at all yet. All in good time I say.

I think just do what you can and gradually it will get easier and more productive.