Make your child's first trip to the dentist a breeze
Taking your child to the dentist for the first time? Follow our tips for making this milestone exam a positive experience that will affect their feelings about future appointments.
- Before the cleaning, explore the office and exam area. Have your child 'take a ride' on the chair. Show them the suction and water tools. Keep the mood light, creative and fun!
- If you're visiting with more than one child, let older siblings go first. When your youngest sees a sister/brother emerge from the exam area unharmed, this will subconsciously alleviate any fears.
- If you are nervous about going to the dentist, don't show it. Keep your fears to yourself, as fear is learned!
- Make sure to carry a fun pair of shades to the appointment for your child. The bright light above the exam chair might make their young eyes uncomfortable.
- Explain beforehand that the dentist will be counting their teeth, as counting is a familiar, non-scary concept.
- If signs of anxiety are showing prior to the appointment, ask the front desk if your child can pick out their toy prize before the exam.
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