Going to the Dentist
It is important to teach kids to take care of their baby teeth and visit the dentist early. Set the foundation for a lifetime of great oral health!
Learn more about going to the dentist
How often do you visit the dentist? It is recommended that you go to the dentist at least every six months, or twice a year. It’s important to attend these regular cleaning appointments so that your dentist can inspect your teeth and make sure they’re healthy. Dentists can catch cavities, gum disease, and even oral cancer. From the provided resources, learn about what is to be expected when you go to the dentist.
Watch the provided full length episode of Daniel Tiger, where he’s nervous about going to his new dentist, but is put at ease. Listen as Dr. Plat cleans Daniel’s teeth and demonstrates what a cleaning at the dentist includes. Use this video to learn that the dentist is nothing to be afraid of, and that they’re there to help you keep your teeth clean and your mouth healthy. Then, explore the various handouts and worksheets all about going to the dentist. Understand through worksheets what to expect when going to the dentist, dental x-rays, the tools dentists use to clean and inspect your teeth, a maze activity to help you navigate the office of a dentist, a worksheet and guide to dental cleaning, information about fillings, fluoride treatments, an x-ray worksheet, and guides for what kids want to know about the dentist.
Similarly, you can learn directly from a dentist, Dr. Robert Matthews, what you can expect from a trip to the dentist and what you should ask during your visit. In the following video, you can learn what to expect from your very first visit to the dentist. Learn as a new parent what to expect for your baby when you bring them to the dentist for the first time.
Use all of these resources to educate yourself on visits to the dentist to keep the nerves at bay and your teeth nice and clean!