What's the best way to get a 17 month old to sit still while having his teeth brushed? our son simply won't sit still while we try to brush his teeth, crying, screaming, and squirming everywhere. he moves around so much that i feel like our attempts at br

Turn : Turn brushing into a game. There are some new brushes that are battery operated with flashing lights. In fact some brushes will play music if you brush long enough. Let your child brush first and then you follow up. Do it every day without fail. Your child has to get used to it. If they cry and fight you, eventually they won't. This will prepare them for a visit at the dentist.