We understand that sometimes kids (and even parents!) can feel nervous or anxious at the dentist. Whether it’s your child’s first dental visit or their regularly scheduled cleaning, our team at Lone Star Pediatric Dental & Braces is devoted to delivering a positive dental experience at every appointment. From our friendly, welcoming team to our dental tools designed specially for the comfort of growing smiles, we have created an experience just for kids.
So, how do you help your child overcome their dental anxieties? Our pediatric dentists near Austin, TX, are here to assist.
How to Help a Child with Dental Anxiety
Building a positive mindset about going to the dentist starts at home. Parents and guardians can help their children overcome dental anxiety by answering their questions, explaining what will happen at the appointment, and making their oral hygiene routine a fun and important part of every day.
Here are some things you can do at home:
- Speak positively about the dentist and dental visits
- Set a healthy example of consistent oral hygiene habits
- Pick up a library book about a visit to the dentist
- Answer questions about the dentist
- Provide reassurance and listen to your child’s concerns
- Use praise and positive reinforcement before, during, and after their visit
How We Create a Positive Dental Experience in the Office
While we aim to ensure your child has a positive oral hygiene experience, it’s important that you feel comfortable and confident at our office, too!
Here are some ways we aim to create a positive experience for your family in both the waiting room and the dentist’s chair:
Kid-Friendly Dental Office
We’ve designed our space with kids in mind. From bright colors to playful decor, we hope to put your child at ease as soon as they walk in the door. Our dental tools and clinical materials are sized just for kids to provide a comfortable experience. We greet each patient with a friendly smile and cater the experience to their comfort level, especially for first visits!
Gentle Communication
Our team of pediatric dentists in Austin, TX, and the surrounding communities take the time to form a connection with your child and build trust. We will help your child feel confident throughout the visit by explaining what we’re doing and how it helps them and by involving them in certain decisions, like choosing their preferred toothpaste flavor.
Teamwork!
Your child’s dental care is a team effort between you, the dentist, and your child. We help families plan and prepare your child for future dental visits and ease any anxiety along the way.
Ease Your Child’s Dental Anxiety with Help from Lone Star Pediatric Dental & Braces!
We are here to help ease any nerves surrounding your child’s dental visit. From providing a child-friendly environment to creating a space for open communication, we aim to make every visit to your pediatric dentist a positive one!
Take the first step in creating a positive experience at the dentist’s office by scheduling an appointment at Lone Star Pediatric Dental & Braces. With multiple dental offices throughout Austin, TX, and the surrounding communities, scheduling is easy. We look forward to meeting your family!
