5 tips so that your child is not afraid of the dentist
5 tips so that your child is not afraid of the dentist
Is there a way to make the child overcome the fear of visiting the dentist?
Of course!
Follow the advice of the expert and you will soon see that your child may end up finally liking the dental chair!
1. Start early
The earlier a child starts visiting the dentist, the better. The contact of the child from an early age with the dentist and the dental office, will help with getting used to the procedure.
It is much more difficult for a child to have the first acquaintance with the dental environment when teeth already need treatment. On the contrary, a preventive examination will be a more pleasant experience.
2. Use simple words
Try to prepare your child without adding too many details about the visit. The detailed description will give the child questions about further treatment which may never be needed. This process will stress the child for no reason.
Let the dentist explain to the child the procedure of the appointment step by step. A common phrase that can be used by parents is: "The dentist will just see your smile and measure your teeth."
Do not use words like "injection", "pain", "wheel" anywhere.
3. You can make up a funny story and tell your child that the dentist, has a magic spaceship and they will do magic together!
A visit will convince you that your child can really love the dentist and consequently not neglect his/ her oral health.
4. Do not take the child with you to your own dental visit
The child does not need to feel your possible concern about a dental treatment you will undergo. He/ She understands the anxiety and worry of the parent even when it is not expressed verbally.
In addition, it would not be right for the child to hear words such as "root canal treatment" or "extraction" during your discussion with the dentist.
5. Emphasize the importance of good oral hygiene
You may read illustrated books that point out how important it is to brush out teeth an eat healthy.
We must remember that a child without fear of the dentist will in the future be an adult with a healthy mouth without dental problems.