As your child grows, if you have
concern over a possible cavity, don’t
give your child too much information.
This can result in undue anxiety. Your
dentist should have the experience and
expertise to talk to your child about such
procedures in a manner that alleviates
any anxiety your child might experience.
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as A Trip to the Dentist Through Pinat-
ta’s View.
Also, express positive feelings
about your own dental experiences.
Don’t discuss non-routine procedures
such as fillings. Explain to your child the
basic procedures your child will under-
go. For example, the dentist will count
your child’s teeth and look at them with
a tiny mirror. Avoid frightening termi-
nology.
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If your child is anxious, don’t try to
soothe your child by lying about a pro-
cedure or possible pain. Instead, try to
alleviate fears that may be out of propor-
tion to the situation.
Finally, offer coping strategies to
your child. Have your child practice
taking long deep breaths. If you know
you’ll be attending your child through-
out the procedure (speak to your dentist
first to confirm this), you can offer your
hand to squeeze.
Kimberly Blaker is a freelance writer
and the author of a kid’s STEM book,
“Horoscopes: Reality or Trickery?”
Learn more at www.kimberlyblaker.com
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