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General information
General information
if you are planning for your child to receive laughing gas, avoid offering a heavy meal which can cause nausea
avoid sharing YouTube videos of treatment or discussing what will occur in detail (i.e., avoid terms like shot, drill, pull)
instead, simply let them know that the dentist needs to fix, paint, or put a hat a sick tooth
if your child asks if something will hurt, inform them that they may feel pressure, like a hug
see the page entitled "Preparing for the Dentist" for more strategies to assist in managing your child's emotions
remember to take your child to the bathroom after checking in - this ensures they stay comfortable for the duration of treatment
although one parent is permitted in the treatment room, many children are more cooperative and less anxious when parents stay in the waiting room
this is especially true of children whose parents have anxiety during their own dental appointments
Managing parental emotions
Managing parental emotions
Did you know that children can inherit fear of the dentist from their parents? This is due to social learning.
it is important to be aware of your own emotions and beliefs regarding oral care and dental appointments
if you become anxious, try to sit in the waiting room and let your child go back independently
relax using the 5-4-3-2-1 technique
social stories
social stories
short narratives that help children understand concepts, establish routines, develop skills, and demonstrate appropriate behaviors
Download and share the social story below with your child on the day of their appointment to make them aware of what will happen, decrease apprehension, and encourage adaptive behavior!
Social Story for Fillings_Extractions-2.pdfFillings/Extractions
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