First visit to the dentist

We all know that children need to have healthy teeth and to be taught of excellent hygiene habits. But from its point of view the child's visit to the dentist's office can be a scary event - lying on a chair in an unfamiliar room full of unfamiliar sounds and objects and stranger puts cold, metal, unusual instruments in his mouth. To reduce the stress for your child (and your dentist!) when visiting the dentist, you may follow these steps. Thus the child will feel comfortable and more relaxed.

Regular check-ups are the key to a healthy mouth of your children. By prophylaxis more serious problems can be avoided and thus the dental practice will not be scary place.

Information

Try not to give too much information to the child when you are preparing for a visit to the dentist's office, because it can lead to unnecessary anxiety on his behalf. Answer his questions with simple and short answers. Create a positive attitude in discussing the upcoming visit, but do not lie the child because he may lose trust in you and in your dentist.

Positive phrases

Do not use words like "fear", "pain",“it hurts“ while talking with the child. Use positive phrases like "clean, strong, healthy teeth" – it will make your visit fun and good looking and not scary and disturbing. However, emphasize the importance of maintaining healthy teeth and gums and that the work of the dentist is to help for it. You can explain that the dentist will check his smile and count his teeth.

Game "the dentist and patient"

Before your appointment, you can play the game "the dentist and patient". All you need is a toothbrush with which to count the teeth of the child. You can even mirror to show him how the dentist will examine your teeth. Let it then exchange the roles and the child by using a toothbrush to clean and inspect the teeth of a stuffed toy or doll. All this is intended to familiarize the child with the routine review of the dentist and while visiting him to feel more relaxed and comfortable.

Books

Illustrated books are very useful because of the easy and understandable language for the child, that helps it understand what to expect.

The example of mom and dad

For the child it is important to see the example of mom and dad.

• So it can monitor routine check-up of his parents at the dentist.
• It is essential, however, for the parents to feel at ease, because otherwise you without even realizing it, will bring up fears of the child.
• It is also important to remember that during the visit you should avoid words like "tooth extraction", "root canal", "blood", "injection", etc., Which will cause anxiety in the child.
• Do not tell your child if you had a bad experience in the dentist's chair.

Positive attitude

Do not promise reward the child if it holds up well to the dentist. Avoid saying, "If you are not nervous and do not cry, you will get a lollipop!", Because it will think: "What's so bad about the dentist that I would want to cry?" Instead, after the end of the visit, praise the child for its good behavior and courage.

The dentist and his team know how to deal with the fears and anxiety of your child!

Keep in mind that it is normal for children to be afraid. Some are afraid of being separated from their parents, others - of the unknown, and a third - from injury. It is also normal for the child to cry and whine and do not want to be seen by a stranger. Calm down and remember that the dentist and his team know how to deal with the fears and anxiety of your child!

Highlight the importance of good oral hygiene

Teach your child that visiting the dentist is a necessity, not a choice. Explain and remind that the dentist takes care of his teeth so that they are strong enough to be able to eat and have a beautiful smile for years.

Select a dentist

Select a dentist who will allay the fears of the child and with simple words will describe the upcoming procedure.

Our team often tell stories or let your child to speak, as a means of distraction from the procedure .Sometimes we demonstrate the procedure on a model or another person. We often use a smile or frown, to strengthen positive behavior and discourage negative behavior. We also praise and encourage children to reinforce good behavior.

Regular check-ups are the key to a healthy mouth of your children. By prophylaxis more serious problems can be avoided and thus the dental practice will not be scary place.