SE Calgary dentists at South Trail Crossing Dental love seeing young patients at our dental practice. Contributing to a child’s dental health is something this SE Calgary Dentist takes seriously – and encourages parents to introduce children to a dentist by the time the child is one year of age – or as soon as teeth start to erupt.
Bringing your child to the dentist for the first time can be nerve-wracking – after all you’ve probably heard stories about tantrums, meltdowns, and lips kept closed super tight. But your child’s first dental appointment doesn’t have to be a negative time, especially if you’ve taken some steps to adequately prepare your child, and yourself, for a trip to the dentist. There are some easy, relaxed steps that will help coax your child into developing a healthy curiosity for their first dental visit, and the first step is to talk openly about the dentist – mention how you go to the dentist regularly, how easy it is for the dentist to count and check your teeth, and how getting your teeth polished feels good. Even role-playing with your child is a great way for them to get accustomed to certain words and requests your SE Calgary Dentist will have. Asking if you can count your child’s teeth, and check their tongue and lips, is a great start to getting them comfortable with a typical first dental visit. Using stuffed animals is a fun way to role-play – your child can be the dentist and wear gloves and a mask to look at the stuffed animal’s mouths and teeth – even pretending to floss is a gentle introduction to what’s to come.
The dentists of South Trail Crossing Dental want every patient to have a great dental experience – and when it comes to seeing young patients extra care and attention is given to ensure that everyone leaves happy. The Alberta Dental Association recommends that a child visit a dentist by the age of one – or sooner if there are any concerns. Brushing and flossing as a family, speaking positively about seeing your dentist, and making dental health a priority is a great way for a child to develop healthy oral habits.
If you think it’s time that your child visit a SE Calgary Dentist; contact South Trail Crossing Dental today 403.720.2778 – Welcoming New Patients