"We're going to see Dr. B today!"

The first visit to the dentist can be the most important in your child's life. Say something like, "Dr. B will show you lots of new and fun things to make your teeth sparkle and help you have a pretty smile."

If your children ask searching questions, explain that Dr. B and his staff will tell them what he's going to do, show them how he'll do it, and then will actually do it. Dr. B will be counting teeth and checking for sugar bugs.

The earlier the dental visit, the better the chance of preventing dental disease.

Accompanying Your Child

Once here, one adult is welcome to accompany the child into the operatory; however, this is not required. If you have other children with you not being seen at that time, they must remain in the reception room with adult supervision. While our staff love children, we cannot be responsible for their welfare in the reception room.

What really goes on in the operatory

Once in the operatory, Dr. B will review your child's medical and dental history. The health history includes an assessment of your child's diet and nutrition, fluoride adequacy, oral habits, past injuries or trauma, oral development and oral hygiene. Dr. B will gently examine your child's teeth, oral tissues, and jaws. He will provide preventive information or recommendations to the parent regarding your child's diet, nutrition, fluoride, and oral habits. If your child has a sufficient number of teeth erupted, Dr. B will recommend a subsequent appointment for a cleaning and topical fluoride treatment.

Good job!

At the end of the appointment, Dr. B will tell your child how proud he is of him or her. And your child will receive a prize.