Request a bookingBringing your child to the dentist for the first time is often nerve racking not only for the child but the parents too…
At Australia Fair Dental in Southport we will ensure your child’s first visit and every visit afterwards is extra special. Dental fear, phobia and anxiety towards visiting the dental office is a widely shared feeling; by developing a good understanding of the dental office and dental hygiene at a young age we can change our little ones perception of the dentist.
The earlier the better…
At Australia Fair Dental we encourage you to bring your children in to visit our practice located in Southport as early as possible. As a general rule we recommend brining your children in when their teeth first erupt or at the age of two depending on which comes first. This is a good time to ensure our dentists can observe the healthy development of your child’s smile and if necessary, employ early intervention dentistry and orthodontics.
Problems with oral health and dental decay have been detected in babies losing teeth as early as 12 months. A condition called nursing caries which can result from allowing babies to suck on a bottle of milk or sweetened juice for too long or right before bed.
Get them excited about their trip to Australia Fair Dental in Southport we will help make your child’s first visit to the dentist fun and educational from the very start! to the dentist….
Once you bring your child to our Southport dental office we will take an attentive hand from there to ensure that your child has a welcoming and comfortable experience while at our practice. However, it is often good to get your child excited about their time at the dentist to ensure they are more comfortable and eager to attend their first every dental appointment. Below are some ideas that may help you get your child feeling more comfortable with the dentist:
- Get them used to the feeling of dental hygiene, when their teeth appear gently wipe with a clean damp cloth at bath time.
- Pick up a baby tooth brush and eventually progress to using a small soft bristle toothbrush with water.
- Let your little one watch you clean your teeth.
- When your brushing your teeth let your baby play with their brush and get them to mimic what you’re doing.
- As a preventive method try to limit amount of sugary foods in diet.
The more comfortable your children feel about dental health the more positive they will react to their first dental visit and those following. If you get excited about going to the dentist so will they, try to avoid talking about the dentist negatively, “if you eat too much sugar you will have to go to the dentist” or “brush your teeth or the dentist won’t be happy” can create a negative picture and cause your child to develop a fear of the dentist.
Get them into a regular oral health routine….
Developing a proper oral hygiene routine will ensure your children are doing their best to maintain a healthy smile. During your visits to our Southport clinic we will ensure we discuss and educate your children on the importance of oral health and proper techniques for brushing and flossing.
Put your trust in Australia Fair Dental Care, we are great with kids and will educate and entertain them during their first visit and following trips to our office. Visiting the dentist shouldn’t be scary or uncomfortable, that is why we promote early visits and proper care for babies and infants. Installing a positive perception of the dentist will help ensure your children maintain their oral health and are comfortable visiting their dentist. At Australia Fair Dental Care in Southport we encourage families to make their visit a full family affair that way everyone can ensure their oral health is maintained and corrected if necessary.