When Should My Child Start Seeing a Children's Dentist?

The information out there can get confusing fast, especially when everyone we know has an opinion about when we should first take our children to the dentist. What most dentists recommend is that children see their pediatric dentist before their first birthday, or six months after the very first tooth comes in, or a year at the latest. But for an expert opinion you don't have to look too far, for more information please reach out to your local Holicong, PA, children's dentist Dr. Laurie Stanell of Buckingham Dentistry.

Reducing Fear

During the first early visits, the examinations may not be as in-depth, and even after a few years, your child can sit on your lap as it is performed, as the secondary goal is to get them comfortable with the dentist's office. It is a great way to make it part of their routine to make the dentist's office a less scary place.

Without the aid of regular visits, an older child thrust into their first dental appointment may be more frightened than otherwise, especially if it's related to something that requires treatment. This brings us to the most important reason for children to begin seeing their dentist from an early age.

Prevention

Decay is a risk for teeth from the first time they erupt. During the visit, your child's dentist will not only examine their teeth for signs of it but will be able to teach both you and your child, if they're old enough to try on their own, the proper ways to care for their smile.

The approaches differ with age but daily cleaning should be taught from early on. It helps institute good dental health habits that will carry them into adulthood.

You may hear arguments against starting regular visits from such a young age, and these arguments usually revolve around the temporary nature of baby teeth. But these are very important for several reasons. They are what your child depends on for chewing their food and losing them too early can also inflict a cost on their esteem, as well as impacting the way their permanent teeth erupt, as they depend on primary teeth being there to guide them.

Children's Dentist in Holicong, PA

There are many reasons to have your child develop good early dental health habits, habits which should include regular visits to their dentist. So if you have not done so already, make an appointment today with Dr. Stanell of Buckingham Dentistry in Holicong, PA, by dialing (215) 794-3898.

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