How To Prepare Your Child For Their First Dental Visit

Preparing Your Child

Most kids (and parents) want to understand what to expect when visiting the dentist. Below is an overview of what we do on a typical first appointment at Pleasant Mill Pediatric Dentistry. When explaining the first dental visit to your child, use the kid's version; it's much more exciting!

Kid's Version

1. Say, “Hi!” + play games

Our waiting room has games, books, toys and TV just for kids.
2. Sit In A Fun Chair

that goes up and down, put on sunglasses, & tickle your teeth with the tickle brush. A parent will be there, too!
3. Count Your Teeth
4. Take A Tooth Picture
5. Receive Tooth Vitamins
6. Get A Prize

Parent's Version

1. Check In

and fill out paperwork (if you haven't already done so at home).
2. Cleaning Time

Your child goes back for his or her cleaning in your lap or dental chair. Parents are always welcome, too!
3. Examination
4. X-ray
5. Fluoride
6. Discuss Findings + Plans

What Not To Say...

We want to make sure your child feels confident and comfortable during his or her visit. We have developed a list of “what not to say” to your child when describing the upcoming appointment. At Pleasant Mill Pediatric Dentistry, we will not say these words either. We encourage you not to use these words to describe your child's visit, even if it's to say, “It will not hurt”.