Need to Know: Tips for Dealing with Your Child's Dental Fear

It's important for children to overcome dental fears in order to have the best start for a healthy smile. Key points: - A kid-friendly dentist can make dental appointments fun. - Role-playing dental visits at home helps your child learn what to expect. - Reward your child after a visit to reinforce the positive aspects. Children should see a dentist when their first teeth arrive or by the time they are one. "Remember, if your child feels good following a dental appointment, he or she may be more likely to respond positively to the dentist in the future." More tips: https://www.workingmother.com/afraid-of-the-dentist#page-2