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Smart Tips for Helping Children Overcome Dental Fears
It’s natural for children to feel nervous about their first dental visit. By preparing your child in advance, you can make it easier for them to receive dental care. These tips from Dr. Uday Shah at Sunny Family Dental in Chino Hills, California, can help children overcome dental fear and have positive dental experiences.
How to Help Kids Overcome Dental Fears
Children can become fearful when they don’t know what to expect from their dentist or have had a bad experience in the past. Here are a few tips to help put fearful children at ease:
- Set a good example for your kids to follow. Talk positively about dental visits and the benefits of having clean, healthy teeth
- Read books or watch videos that explain what dentists do to give your child a better idea of what to expect
- Choose a child-friendly dentist that enjoys working with kids. Ask a relative or friend to recommend a pediatric dentist they trust
- Let your child bring a favorite book, stuffed animal, or toy for the first few visits to help put them at ease
- Role-play your child’s first dental visit, sitting in a dental chair, opening their mouth, having you count their teeth, etc., so they see there’s nothing to fear
- Help your child develop good oral habits and talk about the importance of caring for their teeth
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Oral Care Tips for Infants
Oral care can start in infancy. These simple oral care tips can pave the way for your child to develop strong, healthy teeth later down the line:
- Clean your baby’s gums with a clean, damp cloth after every feeding or a soft infant toothbrush and water once their teeth arrive
- As your baby grows, avoid giving him sugary baby foods and drinks
- Don’t put your baby to sleep with a bottle
- Don’t coat your baby’s pacifier with sweet foods, sugar, or honey
- See your pediatric dentist when your baby’s a year old or when their first tooth comes in
To schedule dental care for your little one, contact Sunny Family Dental in Chino Hills, CA, at (909) 606-4337.
Dr. Uday Shah brings 35 years of expertise in Clinical Dentistry. Graduating from India’s Government Dental College and earning a Master’s in Periodontics, he furthered his education at NYU School of Dentistry. Dr. Shah is licensed in Arizona and California, where he has built a successful multi-specialty practice. He holds Fellowships from the American Academy of Implant Dentistry (2010) and the International Congress of Oral Implantology (2012). A member of the ADA and CDA, he also contributes to the Oral Cancer Foundation. Founder of Sunny Family Dental, he is dedicated to integrating cutting-edge technology and maintaining high standards in patient care.
Success Stories
Hi, my name is John Arslane. I’m a new patient for Dr. Shah but I’d like to give you my first impressions. First of all, the technology is unbelievable here. It all started off with registering online, the photography, there’s X-rays, everything is paperless, and I was very, very impressed with the technology and the state of art. More impressive, however, is Dr. Shah himself. He takes the time to talk to you as a person in laymen terms, explains everything, and trains you. I’ve been brushing my teeth for 72 years and I just realized today that I’ve never done it the right way; I learned today from Dr. Shah. So, my first impressions are awesome.
My name is Marlow and this is my very first visit to Dr. Shah’s office. I came in for a tooth whitening and I couldn’t have been more impressed with the staff and all of the new technology. And I found this whole experience to be absolutely amazing and wonderful. I couldn’t believe the nice leather seats and the TV while I was having my cleaning done and I’m actually looking forward to coming back to the dentist.