by Christina Steiner | Jun 16, 2020 | dentist, easing fears, health, kids, parent tips
Does your child get anxious about going to the dentist? Rest assured, it is perfectly normal – in fact, almost 20% of school age children are afraid of visiting the dentist. Whether its fear of being separated from their parents or a fear of the unknown, there are...
by Christina Steiner | Jan 1, 2020 | baby toddler, dental care, dentist, easing fears, kids, parent tips
A Positive Experience for All Taking your kids to the dentist can be stressful. Whether its general anxiety over visiting the dentist, a child with special needs or fear of a necessary treatment or procedure, we do our best to make sure every visit to our practice is...
by Capital City Pediatric Dentistry | Apr 11, 2018 | dentist, easing fears, kids, parent tips
An anxious child may be fearful of visiting the dentist. Professionals who work with children should always approach with understanding and a calm demeanor. Let the staff know that your child may be afraid so they can plan accordingly and take extra care. Most...
by Capital City Pediatric Dentistry | Nov 21, 2017 | dentist, easing fears, kids
Children should visit the dentist twice per year for a healthy mouth. In addition, regular visits help kids to become comfortable and friendly with the dentist and staff. If your child has worry or fear about seeing the dentist, try playing dentist at home. Positive...
by Capital City Pediatric Dentistry | Oct 7, 2016 | easing fears, parent tips
A child with special needs is a unique individual with their own fears and personal preferences. Sometimes, a child with special needs may have a higher level of anxiety when it comes to visiting a doctor or a dentist. Professionals who work with children who have...
by Capital City Pediatric Dentistry | Jul 12, 2016 | easing fears, parent tips
Is your child afraid of the dentist? This can be difficult for any parent who wants to keep their child’s teeth healthy. If your child is afraid of the dentist, remember that this is a natural reaction. The parent’s attitude towards the fear plays a big role in what...
