We agree with the recommendation of the American Dental Association and like to see children within six months of getting their first baby tooth but no later than their first birthday. It’s important for us to monitor their oral development, but it’s also a good idea to help toddlers get accustomed to the dental office environment.
A Stress-Free First Dental Visit
During the first visit, we like to keep things low-key so that the child’s first experience is positive and fun. Our children’s dental office is a calm, relaxed environment, and we allow parents back for the first visit and most procedures.
It’s important to us that children feel secure and understand they are in a safe place with friendly, caring people. Small steps like giving a child a ride in the dental chair and counting their teeth allow them to get used to us and the new environment.
Starting slowly and showing them that dental visits aren’t scary builds their confidence and can even help children become great dental patients as adults.
Schedule Your Child’s First Dental Visit
Is it time for your child’s first dental visit? We would love to meet them and welcome them to Arrowhead Children’s Dentistry and Orthodontics. Please call our Glendale, AZ, dental office, where we proudly serve Peoria, Phoenix, and all surrounding areas.