Making Your Infant Feel Safe And Secure At Their First Visit

Posted April 30, 2018

Your own dental visits may keep a straightforward focus on your oral health needs, but pediatric dental care can require a slightly different approach. Of course, your pediatric dentist is committed to protecting the health of your child’s smile, but they also need to make sure they create an environment that feels safe and supportive. This need for a supportive environment is especially important when you bring your infant in for their first checkup. Because a new place, and new people, can be overwhelming, your pediatric dentist will strive to provide the most comfortable possible experience. As your child grows up, these early visits can make them feel more relaxed, and more at ease with trips for routine dental exams.

The Importance Of Making Kids Feel Safe When They Come In For Dental Care

Everyone should feel at ease when they visit the dentist. With that said, it can be especially important to make kids feel welcome, and safe. Once your child walks through the door, everyone they interact with will strive to make them feel comfortable. Your dentist will even use their initial meetings to familiarize your child with the office, and the tools that will be used to provide them with oral care. Creating a great relationship at the start of these visits can have a tremendously positive impact on future appointments.

Providing Oral Health Education During Dental Visits

As your child grows, your dentist can work to help them understand why it is important to maintain a healthy smile. This education can help them take better care of their teeth between appointments, which can help them protect themselves against cavities. If they do have decay develop, these visits can lead to early detection and treatment, so the decay can only call for a dental filling.

Set Up Your Child’s Initial Dental Visit At Casa Linda Pediatrics

At Pediatric Dental Care at Casa Linda, Dr. Karina Marr can provide your child with greatdental care in a welcoming environment. From their first visit onward, Dr. Marr will make a point to offer the most positive possible experience, and strive to build a great dentist-patient relationship. To learn more, or to schedule a visit, contact our office at 214-321-4880. We proudly welcome families from Dallas, TX, and all surrounding areas, including Casa Linda, Lakewood, Lake Highlands, Forest Hills, East Dallas, Mesquite, Garland, Richardson, and more.