How Baby’s First Dentist Visit Helps
Your baby’s first dentist visit should occur shortly after their first teeth erupt or they turn 12 months old.
Introducing your child to the dental environment early helps them to develop positive experiences and offers you advice on caring for your baby’s teeth.
This assists with:
- Introduction of new sounds, smells and noises of the dental environment
- Early identification of any decay or other oral health conditions
- Inspection of dental bite
- Teaching of good tooth brushing technique and advice on good eating habits
- Beginning to build confidence to sit on the dental chair and comply with the dentist’s instructions
Your baby’s first dentist visit also provides the opportunity to discuss related issues such as thumb sucking and prevention of traumatic injury to your child’s teeth and mouth.
During the visit, your dentist will take a thorough medical history. It is important you let them know of any behaviour or medical issues, as they can then tailor their approach to suit your child’s needs.
Avon Valley Dental Centre in Northam
To make an appointment for your baby, please contact us or book online.
Find out about how to care for baby teeth. There are many things you can do to establish good oral hygiene for your child.
