We strive to make your child's first dental visit a happy and comfortable one. By scheduling a visit to the dentist by your child's second birthday, you can help establish a positive relationship between your child and the dentist. In addition to checking for decay and counting you child's teeth, Dr Fruce will teach you how to properly clean your child's teeth daily, and identify your child's fluoride needs. By starting visits at an early age, you will help your child build a lifetime of good dental habits.

What are some specific tips for making the first dental visit a positive experience?

Don't...

• Let anyone tell your child scary stories about dental visits
• Let the child know you feel any anxiety about going to the dentist
• Bribe your child into going to the dentist
• Use a dental visit as a punishment or threat

Do...

• Try to make dental visits an enjoyable outing for your child
• Consider a "get-acquainted" visit, or talk to Dr Fruce before the visit if you have particular questions of concerns
• Set a good example for your child by brushing your own teeth twice a day, flossing daily, eating a balanced diet, and visiting the dentist regularly

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