How to Get Children to Like Going to the Dentist
Children usually fear when they hear about dental visit. There are many reasons children are afraid of the dentist. Regardless of the cause of your child's fear of the dentist, there are some ways to make going to the dentist less scary.
Find a Good Pediatric Dentist. Whether you're taking your child to the dentist for the first time, do some research and meet with multiple pediatric dentists. Choose one you think will be compatible with your child and fit your family's dental needs and take your dental insurance.
Offer a Reward Give your child a prize following each time they make it through their dental appointment without a meltdown or each time they are found to be cavity-free. Make sure that the prize is something your child will enjoy.
Make a Day of it Give your child something to look forward to after his or her dental appointment. Let them choose what they want to do after their appointment. Going to the park, the movies, the arcade, the zoo or skating rink are possible ideas
Accompany Your Child If your child is young and you're taking them in for their first, second or third dental office visit, ask if you can accompany your child to the room. Some dentists allow a parent to sit by their child in the dental chair, while other dentists discourage such attached behavior.
Ask About Relaxants Many pediatric dentists offer what is called oral conscious sedation. These mild sedatives keep the child awake and alert, but it relaxes and calms them. Oral conscious sedation often comes in the form of a pill that is taken before arriving at the dentist office or in the form of laughing gas
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Information Shared By Nancy O Block, DDS