At Mission Bend, we understand that many dental phobias begin in early childhood. If your kids are afraid of attending dental appointments, it is likely a result of not feeling comfortable during checkups or treatment. These fears will only become worse as the child gets older, resulting in poor maintenance of oral health and hygiene.
Family Dental Appointments
One of the best ways to make children feel comfortable during dental appointments is ensuring the family is all together. Parents and older siblings can provide reassurances by receiving treatment first or even sitting in with a younger child. When your kids see dentistry as a positive family event, they will feel much more comfortable while attending routine appointments.
Dentistry With Compassion
A friendly and understanding dentistry team goes a long way toward making kids feel relaxed and confident at dental appointments. Mission Bend dental professionals love providing treatment to children and helping ensure they are comfortable during every visit. We are committed to creating positive associations with dentistry that will persist into adulthood.
Positive Education
Educating children on oral hygiene and health is one of the most effective ways of making children comfortable during dental appointments and treatment. Kids love to learn and place more trust in a dentistry team that provides a safe and information-driven environment. Mission Bend will help your kids play an active role in their own oral health, which instills a sense of responsibility and makes dentistry a positive experience.
Sedation Dentistry
Some kids may benefit from sedation dentistry to help them relax during essential treatments. Your dentist will provide sedation dentistry in a safe environment. At Mission Bend, our ultimate goal is to make sure patients of all ages receive the care they need without fear of attending dental appointments.
Sensible Dentistry
If your kids are constantly at the dentist, they may develop a phobia. It is important that your dentist treats every patient as an individual. Dental appointments and treatments should be tailored to each child’s specific needs. This is especially important for children who have special needs; flexibility in treatment will help them feel comfortable and relaxed.
If you need more advice about how to make kids comfortable during dental appointments, contact the expert team at Mission Bend. We are here to help your children maintain excellence in oral health. Call today to book your child’s first appointment.