Preparing Your Child for Their First Dental Appointment

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Preparing Your Child for Their First Dental Appointment

Your child’s first dentist appointment will help ensure their teeth and gums are healthy as well as begin the process of supporting their oral care for life. The American Dental Association recommends that children see the dentist right around the time their first tooth comes in, or no later than their first birthday [1].

During this appointment, your kid-friendly dentist will gently but thoroughly examine your child’s smile and can even help determine if your child could be at higher risk for cavities. How can you prepare your child for their first dentist appointment, especially if they are older?

An article by Dr. Nhien Lu. Originally published by Your Dental Health Resource.

Read the full article here: Preparing Your Child for Their First Dental Appointment

By | 2020-07-22T15:34:35+00:00 August 14th, 2020|Uncategorized|0 Comments

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