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The best way for children to start feeling comfortable at the dentist is for parents to build excitement and let them know they get to show off their beautiful teeth.
Teaching children proper oral hygiene care at a young age is an investment they will carry throughout their lives.
When parents take their own dental hygiene seriously, it continually reinforces the importance of a healthy mouth to their children. Starting children on the path to good oral hygiene early is imperative to success — perhaps earlier than many might think.
A child’s initial visit to the dentist should happen within six months after the first tooth comes in. This is usually right around his or her first birthday. This first visit will equip parents with essential pediatric oral hygiene tips and also familiarizes the child with the dental office.
It is important for children to feel comfortable during the first visit, and the way parents prepare them can be the most important factor. It is best for parents to start a conversation with their child that builds excitement and lets them know they get to smile a lot and show off their beautiful teeth.
It’s completely normal for children to be a bit apprehensive at first. However, they look up to Mom and Dad more than anyone else. When parents remain calm and encouraging throughout the process, children are likely to respond similarly.
What exactly can parents expect from the first visit?
The dental clinic’s pediatrics team provides a full examination of the children’s teeth and gums so they can monitor growth and development. They offer a gentle cleaning, demonstrate several proper techniques to correctly brush and floss, and finish up with a bubble-gum or strawberry flavored fluoride treatment.
For children ages 4 and older, the clinic may also take X-rays to see in between their teeth. The children usually love to look at their X-rays as the dentist tells them all about their teeth.
Like adults, children should visit the dentist every six to 12 months. In between visits, parents remain the most significant role-model to teach their child healthy oral hygiene practices.
Strong, healthy teeth early in childhood often results in confident children and greatly improves their quality of life.
Parents should call the Ramstein Dental Clinic at 479-2210 or 06371-46-2210 to schedule their child for his or her first dental examination.
