Three Ways To Prevent My Child From Disliking The Dentist?



The dentist should not be the place you take your kids only when they are in pain or having trouble with their teeth. It is really important to develop a positive relationship with the dentist prior to any problems.

1. Get them in early - when young and before they are in pain or are suffering from decay. "If they only go to the dentist when they are already in pain, then the dentist becomes a negative experience instead of the positive one, states pediatric dentist Dr. Cameron Fuller." If they only visit when they are in pain they will begin to associate the dentist with pain instead of a place that supports them and helps keep their teeth healthy.  
2. Have them seen often; developing a healthy relationship of trust so that when treatment needs are necessary, they do not have anxiety. While you are developing the relationship between the dentist and your child, visit on a regular basis. Dr. Fuller states, "they should start by seeing the dentist every six months, more often if they have significant decay, or are receiving orthodontic care."
3. Talk to them about the dentist prior to the visit. If they are younger and have not visited the dentist yet, read a story about the dentist. Show them pictures and allow them to ask any questions they have about visiting. If they have visited the dentist, tell them what they are going for. If they are going to have a regular cleaning or x-rays, share with them what they can expect.

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  1. UnknownMay 1, 2015 at 12:00 PM

    Now I will know how it is that I can prevent my own child from disliking the dentist. This is going to be really helpful, because then I will not have to worry about ever taking him to the dentist and it being a huge struggle to do so. Going to try these three ways so my son will actually not mind going to the dentist.
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  3. UnknownNovember 12, 2015 at 10:28 AM

    Awesome! My children are not afraid of the dentists because since they were still little kids, I always thought them how friendly dentists are.
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