At Bayley Dental we love kids. Here are some tips to make your children's dental visits
more pleasant for everyone.

Have your kid's first exam done before they have any pain.
• Like the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, we recommend a child's first dental
visit by the age of 1.
• If a child sees us for the first time on an emergency basis, it may be more difficult to get
the work done.

Don't over-emphasize the dental appointment to the child.
• Don't say "it won't hurt" - maybe they didn't think it would!
• Don't tell them we won't be giving them a needle. If it turns out we need to we will have to
rebook theappointment - I don't want to make a liar out of you or me.

Consider leaving your child alone in the chair
• Our kids are often a lot more brave than we think, and they are usually more brave when
the parents are away
• If more than one authority figure is present (you and me), they won't listen to me
• If your child doesn't respond to me, I may have to ask the Mom or Dad to leave

Most of all, help your child in developing good oral hygiene habits.
• Parents should help their kids brush at least one of the two, two-minute brushings per day.
• Use a non-fluoridated toothpaste until your child can spit and not swallow after use.
• Once they spit use only a small amount of fluoride toothpaste (less than the size of a pea).
• Introduce flossing before the teeth are in contact so it becomes routine.

Be sure to direct any questions to our team.