The first dental visit is usually short and involves very little treatment. This visit gives your child a chance to meet the dentist in a nonthreatening and friendly way. Some dentists may ask the parent to sit in the dental chair and hold their child during the exam. Or you might wait in the reception area during part of the visit so that your dentist can build a relationship with your child.

During the exam, your dentist will check all of your child's teeth for decay, examine their bite, and look for any potential problems with the gums, jaw, and oral tissues. If necessary, the dentist or hygienist will clean teeth and assess the need for fluoride.

They will also educate parents about oral health care basics for children, discuss dental developmental issues, and answer any questions.

Topics your dentist may discuss with you might include:

• Good oral hygiene practices for your child's teeth and gums and cavity prevention

• Fluoride needs

• Oral habits (thumb sucking, tongue thrusting, lip sucking)

• Developmental milestones

• Teething

• Proper nutrition

• Schedule of dental checkups.

  
  

  Many dentists like to see children every 6 months to build up the child's comfort and confidence level in visiting the dentist, to monitor the development of the teeth, and promptly treat any developing problems

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You will be asked to complete medical and health information forms concerning the child during the first visit. Come prepared with the necessary information.

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