What to Expect:

Your child’s first dental visit is extremely important. It allows the our team to establish a foundation of all future dental visits, and to ensure that your child is healthy and developing properly.

The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends that children visit a pediatric dentist within six months of when their first tooth erupts, or by their first birthday. This first few visits of your child’s life are designed to create a dental home for your child and to help your child start to develop a positive relationship with the dentist.

Our pediatric dental appointments include:

• A meet and greet from our friendly dental staff.
• Review of history of your child as well as your family to fully understand the child’s development.
• A discussion about diet oral habits, pacifiers use, development of your child.
• A quick but thorough examination of your child’s teeth and gum.
• A detailed discussion about your child’s current oral health status, development, and any recommendations about diet, oral habits, pacifiers, and oral health care.
• Before the appointment ends, our staff will ensure all of your questions and concerns have been answered.

A parent’s role at the pediatric dentist:

At Morrison Dental Associates, we value your help as a parent. But we encourage you to remember that your child will feel calm if you are calm. You can help your child feel more comfortable and happier in the dental office by being positive and calm.

Please encourage your child and help us create a positive atmosphere and association with the dentist by always avoiding threatening language in regards to the dentist. Instead, provide positive explanations about your child’s dental visit.

Please work with us to create a positive environment for your child. If you wish to be present in the room during treatment, we welcome you as a silent observer. It is important that your child has the opportunity to listen to our staff’s voices and encouragement. Too many voices could confuse your child and we want to ensure the best outcome possible.

If you ever have any questions about your role at your child’s dental appointment, please feel free to contact our office.