Tips for Parents in Preparation for Your Child’s Next Dental Appointment

Many parents are stressed about taking the little one to the dentist and what might happen during the appointment. However, taking your child to the dentist should not be a big deal.

Here are a few tips to help you prepare for the next dental appointment:

Let your child know what to expect

A good starting point is to explain, in the simplest terms possible, that they will have their teeth examined and cleaned. It helps to set realistic expectations for the child without going into details that will communicate that the dental visit is not fun. The overall message should be that the dental visit will help keep their teeth healthy.

Bring a list of questions

Prepare a list of questions that you may have for your child’s dentist. By writing them down, you will ensure that you do not forget during the appointment. Possible areas of concern are how to change habits such as thumb sucking and when it is best to make the next visit.

Ensure that the dental practice is ‘kid-friendly’

You must ensure that the dentist is experienced with children. At Balsall Common Dental Practice we provide iPads for children in the waiting room as well as toys, games and books to provide an enjoyable experience. With good preventive care we hope no treatment will be needed but if it is, we are ready to meet their needs.

The child must not be hungry and must be well rested

Dental appointments should not be made during your child’s typical nap time. Children will tend to be irritable when sleepy and hungry.

Stay Positive

The prospect of visiting the dentist should make the child excited and may even make them anxious. As a parent, set a good example by maintaining a positive attitude.

Finally, ensure that you make, and keep, regular dental appointments for your children — to ensure that they have healthy teeth for life.

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Dr Ashley Davenport BDS MFGDP(UK)

I qualified as a dentist in 1995 and can honestly say that I have been doing a job that I love for the past 20 plus years. Most people who know me well know that dentistry is a passion for me and that if I won the lottery I would still want to have some dentistry in my life. I get huge satisfaction from treating patients and making a difference to ...

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Dr Catherine Myatt BDS MFGDP(UK)

Cath joined the practice as a dentist in 2002. She and Ashley met on their postgraduate Vocational Training course in Birmingham when they ended up working at the same practice in West Bromwich. When Ashley was looking for an associate at Balsall Common Dental Practice, Cath came to take the role and she has been here ever since. In 2017 Cath...

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Tips for Parents in Preparation for Your Child’s Next Dental Appointment

Let your child know what to expect

Bring a list of questions

Ensure that the dental practice is ‘kid-friendly’

The child must not be hungry and must be well rested

Stay Positive

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