Being scared of visiting the dentist is one of the most common fears in adults.\u00a0 It is often common for children to also be afraid of going to the dentist.\u00a0 It is important to realise that nobody is born with fears, it’s something that can appear over time.\u00a0 Dental anxiety is often caused by a bad experience earlier in life.\u00a0 You can help prevent you child being scared by following the advice below and avoiding passing on your own fears and concerns and making the experience as enjoyable and comfortable as possible.<\/p>\n
1) Arrange for your child to visit the dentist from a young age – ideally anytime once teeth start to come through. This enables them to get used to the experience as this can become more difficult as a child gets older.<\/p>\n
2) Don’t pass on your own fears.\u00a0 Use positive language and create an impression of an enjoyable experience, rather than one of discomfort or punishment e.g. for not brushing their teeth.<\/p>\n
3) Distraction.\u00a0 Bring along your child’s favourite toy or book.\u00a0 Having something familiar available can take them in a happier frame of mind and feel more comfortable.<\/p>\n
4) Books\/Programmes.\u00a0 There are various children’s books and TV programmes such as Peppa Pig with stories of a visit to the dentist.\u00a0 With your child being familiar with these, it helps to prepare the child for what to expect and create some familiarity.<\/p>\n
5) Positive Reinforcement.\u00a0 If your child has a positive experience at the dental practice, reward their good behaviour with a treat such as a trip to the park or buying a toy they have wanted<\/p>\n
6) Good diet and oral hygiene.\u00a0 It’s important to maintain good brushing techniques from an early ago and limiting sugary food and drinks to prevent dental decay.\u00a0 This maintains a healthy mouth and prevents the need for more extensive dental treatment which can be more traumatic for the child.<\/p>\n
7) Visit a dental practice that has dentists and team members who are experienced of treating children and help you in creating a positive experience at every visit.<\/p>\n
At Brightside Dental, all of our dentists are very experienced and patient with children.\u00a0 We have Children’s Days at regular periods throughout the year to create a more relaxed and fun environment, specifically for children and also regularly visit local primary schools to speak to children about their dental health.<\/p>\n
For more information on \u00a0how we can help with your child’s dental health please call us on 020 88884401<\/p>\n
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