Kids First Dental Visit
We love to be part of your Child’s Dental Journey!
We believe a happy dental experience goes a long way.
When should my Child see the Dentist?
How can I prepare my child for his/her 1st dental visit?
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Discuss and role-play the first visit with the use of books or videos about what a typical dental visit is like
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Ensure that your child is well-rested and not hungry
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Do bring along your child's favourite toy for your child to play with while waiting and to hold onto during the visit
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Use positive language and be encouraging, even if your child has a hard time cooperating
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Allow your child to accompany you for your routine dental visit, because you are the best role model!
What to expect at your Child's first appointment
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Introducing your child to the clinic’s environment and getting them familiar with the dental chair and equipments.
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Assessing your child's dental development: Correct position, Correct number of teeth?
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Comprehensive intraoral examination of any:
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Decays and/or cracks tooth;
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Gums problems
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Infection
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Misalignment of teeth
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Wearing of teeth
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Let's discuss any dental concerns that you have for your child so that we can tailor treatment plan(s) most suitable for your child
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Radiographic examination (only IF needed)
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Scaling and Polishing to remove plaque, tartar and external staining on your teeth.
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Home oral hygiene care and dietary advice for both parents and child
Are Dental X-rays safe?
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Radiation exposure associated with dentistry is low in dosage (e.g. 10 dental x-rays = 1 chest x-ray)
(https://www.ada.org/en/member-center/oral-health-topics/x-rays)
What to bring for your child's First Visit to the Dentist?
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Your favourite toy to hold/cuddle!
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Previous Dental/medical records (if any)
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Your kid's current toothbrush for us to check its suitability and how it is being used.
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Baby Bonus Card (if applicable)
