What Your Child Should Expect from a First Dental Exam with a Mukilteo Family Dentist or Mukilteo WA Kids Dentist
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Does your child have an upcoming first-ever trip to the dentist’s office? If so, then it is understandable that your little one may be dealing with some pre-examination jitters. One of the best ways you can help ease those worries is to explain what goes on in the dentist’s chair. Here is a guide to what your child should expect from a first dental exam with a Mukilteo WA Kids Dentist or your family dentist:
A child-friendly office: It may be helpful to assure your child that the office of your pediatric dentist will be especially suited for children. That means there will be games and activities in the waiting room, fun décor, and post-exam treats for when your child does well (or at least makes it through the appointment).
A personable and warm environment is an important aspect of pediatric dental care. Having a patient and caring dental team will contribute to a successful visit. It is important that they take much care in developing relationships with each of their clients, in order to make them feel comfortable and to educate them on good oral hygiene.
Education: It is your pediatric dentist’s job to educate your children on the best ways to care for their teeth at home, and your child’s first visit will include an informative session with the dentist on oral hygiene. This will include instructions for proper tooth brushing, good oral habits to maintain, bad oral habits to stay away from, and the importance of routine dental examinations when it comes to preventative dentistry.
The examination. Barring any unforeseen surprises (a serious cavity that requires immediate removal, for example), your child’s first examination should be short and sweet. This is especially true if you make it a point to get your child to the dentist as soon as possible after those first teeth grow in. The pediatric dentist will examine all of the teeth closely to determine their state of health, assess any possible need (or future need) for braces or mouthpieces, and do a short cleaning, followed by a flossing.
Oral hygiene is an important part of overall health and well-being, and good oral hygiene habits begin in childhood. It is important that you care for your children’s oral health now, so that they can develop their own healthy dental habits as adults. An integral part of your children’s oral upkeep is finding a family or pediatric dentist you can trust. The professionals at Harbour Place Dental in Mukilteo WA go above and beyond when it comes to helping your children maintain optimal oral health. Give us a call at (425) 493-8111 or visit our website and contact us in private or e-mail us at harbourpldental@gmail.com
