When it comes to being a parent, we all have hard
choices to make. The health of your child is of the utmost importance, so you
want to make smart decisions when it comes to their health care needs. This
includes dental visits. Both parents and dentists play a vital role in the
well-being of the child and can help make the appointment less stressful by
being positive and uplifting. As the parent, it is important to learn how to ease
your child’s fear of the dentist, helping them to be relaxed and ready for an
appointment.
Fear
Most every child will have some type of fear when it
comes to going to the doctor. Going to the dentist is often a foreign concept
and we fear what we do not know. By talking to your child about their fear, you
can help them overcome what is bothering them and look forward to the dental visit. Or at least be able to go to the dentist in a
relaxed state of mind.
A child picks up on the fear of others as well as anxiety. As the parent, you
must stay calm and be able to have a positive attitude so that your child will
be more willing to go the appointment without tears or possible screaming.
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