3 Reasons Why Children’s Dentistry is Important

Taking a child to the dentist is not always an easy parental task. It too often involves lots of complaining and might even provoke full blown tantrums. Many children have a preconceived notion that their visit will bring pain and discomfort. These thought may grow from a troubling past experience, the fear of the “what could happen” or having listened to others describe their less than comfortable experience. Family dentists who place a special focus on caring for their young patients can help to alleviate the fear and anxiety that often accompanies a trip to the dentist.

Children’s dentistry is important. It places an emphasis on the child’s emotional well-being during their time spent in the operatory chair. When these young patients experience a positive, there is less likely a chance of lingering anxiety for the next appointment.

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Positive reinforcement works! Parents and teachers use positive reinforcement every day. Children thrive in this type of environment. Dentists who take the extra time to talk and educate their patients (of any age) about good dental hygiene habits will make a difference. A children’s dentist, like Dr. Gulati, is dedicated to giving these young patients a positive experience in the beginning. It helps to alleviate a good portion of the fear and anxiety about a trip to the dentist. Getting a special prize at the end of the dental visit will also increase the positive experience.

Baby teeth (milk teeth, primary teeth) are important too! They are dragged to the dentist by their parents because good oral hygiene is not a choice. It is important for parents to find a dentist who goes out of their way to make the experience a positive one. If a child goes to the dentist for the first time with a mouth full of problems, chances are that they will leave with a less than stellar impression of future trips. Dr. Gulati encourages her families to begin taking their children to the dentist as young as 2 or 3. Young patients will get to know the staff and sit in the operatory chairs without it being a negative experience. The staff at Liberty Dental interact with the youngsters, answering questions and making them feel like important people too. They build a trusting relationship in an effort to create a comfortable environment.

Early detection prevents invasive procedures. When a dentist has taken their time to build a trusting relationship with a young patient, parents have little to no struggle getting them to routine appointments. Routine checkups give dentists an opportunity to catch problems in the beginning stages. Cavities that have not had a chance to grow can be cleaned and filled in very little time and may not require the use of needles. The least intrusive procedure will help to prevent a negative experience.

A family dentist who has a focus on caring for young patients before they need corrective procedures will make a difference in how the child feels and thinks about a trip to the dentist. Dr. Gulati encourages parents to ask questions and learn more about preventative measures that will keep dental visits a more positive experience for children at any age. Fighting fear and anxiety before they have time to procure, will help youngsters grow up with a positive outlook towards dental visits and a healthy smile to prove it!

ContactDr. Gulati for more information on children’s dentistry and tips to make your child’s experience a more positive one.