What to tell your child
Like toothbrushing, going to the dentist should be a normal part of growing up.Try to be positive and matter of fact about the routine nature of visiting the dentist.
Avoid going into detail about threatening procedures.
Try not to use words such as needle or drill.
Your dentist tries her utmost to treat children using non frightening terms.
The first visit is for a look and a talk.
Dr Linnett will count your child’s teeth with a tooth brush and mouth mirror
Children have amazing radar for picking up on parent’s fears.
If you are anxious about going to the dentist, please do not mention this in front of your child
