Keep Calm & Enjoy Your Visit

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Is your child anxious about their orthodontic visit? 

About 15% of the U.S population is nervous about visiting dental offices. Nerves come at all ages. From kids to adults, and the main reason for the nerves are usually a fear of pain and the unknown. However, parents are responsible for making their children feel comfortable. Here are a few tips for parents when visiting the orthodontic office with your child for a fear-free visit.

4 Tips for a Fear-Free Orthodontics Visit:

• Don’t go over details: Going too much into detail could scare your child even more. If your child has to have orthodontic treatment done try not to go into detail. Going into detail can lead to questions like, “Will it hurt?”, “How bad will the pain be?” Just leave the explaining to the doctor, they’re trained to handle your child nerves and give them the best response.

• Let your child ask the questions:  During the visit orthodontics have you child make a list of questions to ask the doctor. Having your child ask questions get the answers they want and will make them feel more comfortable with the doctor.

• Bring a distraction to the office:  Make sure your child brings something to keep their mind off of the fact that they are at the orthodontist office. For example, an iPad or mobile gaming device. They can spend time while waiting playing games or listening to music.

• DON’T pass on your fears: There are plenty of adults who have their fears about visiting the dentist. If you a dentist or orthodontist phobia make sure your children don’t pick on it. If your senses mom or dad is scared they will be too. Also don’t share your bad experiences, as a parent you are there to comfort not cause worry.

So remember to ensure your child that we are here to help keep their smiles safe.  If your have any questions don’t hesitate to call our office or visit our website to learn more about our procedures.