First times are scary so please read below. The following information will help you understand what will happen are your first dental visit to Cranston Pediatric Dentistry. We look forward to meeting you.
If your child has any developmental disabilities or sensory processing disorders please find more information about how we have made our office sensory inclusive.
Everything in the office is brand new and was designed in a child-friendly environment to best facilitate quality dental care. Please take a 360 view of our office:
Pediatric dentists are required to undergo extensive training in child psychology. Our dental office is colorful, child-friendly, and boasts a selection of games, toys, and educational tools. Pediatric dentists (and all dental staff) aim to make the child feel as welcome as possible during all visits.
Avoid threatening language – Pediatric dentists and staff are trained to avoid the use of threatening language like “drills,” “needles,” “injections,” and “bleeding.” It is imperative for parents to use positive language when speaking about dental treatment with their children.
Explain what will happen – Anxiety can be vastly reduced if the child knows what to expect. Age-appropriate books about visiting the dentist can be very helpful in making the visit seem fun. Here is a list of parent and dentist-approved books: The Berenstain Bears Visit the Dentist – by Stan and Jan Berenstain, Show Me Your Smile: A Visit to the Dentist – Part of the “Dora the Explorer” Series, Going to the Dentist – by Anne Civardi, Elmo Visits the Dentist – Part of the “Sesame Street” Series.
Our office has a wide array of dentist-approved books complimentary to rent. Stop by and we will be more than happy to help you find a book for your child.
The dental staff will greet the child and parents.
The state of the child’s oral health will be described in detail, and specific recommendations will be made. Recommendations usually relate to oral habits, appropriate toothpaste and toothbrushes for the child, orthodontically correct pacifiers, and diet.