Introducing your child in a friendly manner
When we talk with children about dental care, we are careful to use words that create a positive and relaxing mind set. You can help your child have a good first visit by introducing them to dentists and dental care via discussion in a very positive and general manner; for instance, explaining that the dentist helps keep their teeth happy and healthy, and that we will be very gentle when we look into their mouth to count and tickle their teeth. Using words like needle, shot, drill, pull or any other words suggesting unpleasantness should be avoided. Here are some suggestions…
Use
Teeth Counting
Tooth Picture
Tickling Teeth
Mr. Thirsty
Tooth Vitamins
Tooth Print with Play-doh
Cavity Creeps or Sugar Bugs
Magic Air or Ice Cream Air
Cold Tooth Jelly
Raincoat
Tooth Hugger
Water Whistle
White Play-doh
Transformer Tooth or Tooth Jewelry
Wiggle a Tooth
Sleepy Juice
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Do Not Use
Examination
X-Rays
Cleaning
Suction
Fluoride
Impression
Decay or Cavity
Nitrous Oxide
Topical Anesthetic or Numbing Gel
Rubber Dam
Clamp
Drill
Fillings
Silver Crowns
Pull Out Tooth
Needle or Shot |
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