Pointers for Parents

The Don'ts

• - DON'T bribe your child to go to the dentist or threaten a visit as punishment. This could result in lifelong negative attitudes.
• - DON'T let your child be aware of any anxiety you may feel about his or her dental visit or your own visits.
• - DON'T let others tell your child frightening stories about dental visits. Explain to the child that they should ignore scary stories of other children and adults and depend on you and the dentist for information.

The Do's

• - DO make dental visits a fun adventure for your child.
• - DO be prepared to let your child go into the treatment room alone.
• - DO remember that your POSITIVE ATTITUDE AND EXAMPLE in all dental health matters will be the most important factor in how your child will respond to this experience.