First impressions are everything. Perhaps the words that you should always remember, if you want to invite your child to check his teeth. Make your first visit to the dentist to be memorable and certainly give a positive impression. And here are some things you can do to implement a positive impression on your child about a dentist:
- Before making an appointment with the dentist, try to read the first book of stories relating to the dentist. For example, Barney Goes to the Dentist by Linda Cress Dowdy, and other story books. Or you can write a story about the dentist.
- Watch a video about dentists and dental visits. For example, A Trip to the Dentist Through Pinatta's View by Boggle Goggle.
- Encourage your child to see a web site that explains the visit to okter teeth and what is done at the visit.
- Children are usually afraid of something he did not know. For it is very important to talk positively about the dentist and procedures. And do not forget to smile and stay relaxed when talking about the problem. Children are very smart, he can feel your emotions, gestures and reading your reactions.
- Replace the words with the more enjoyable. For example, replacing the pain with "an unpleasant feeling," replacing injections with "bite by a mosquito."
- Avoid words with negative connotations. And do not ever use the procedure as a dentist or a threat to your child.
Give encouragement and learning with your child about the importance of dental health, of course delivery in a positive manner. Make a visit to the dentist a pleasant thing.
