{"id":101,"date":"2018-11-26T21:45:16","date_gmt":"2018-11-26T21:45:16","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.amorkidsdentistry.com\/blog\/?p=101"},"modified":"2018-11-26T21:45:16","modified_gmt":"2018-11-26T21:45:16","slug":"everything-you-need-to-know-about-pediatric-dentistry","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.amorkidsdentistry.com\/blog\/everything-you-need-to-know-about-pediatric-dentistry\/","title":{"rendered":"Everything you need to know about pediatric dentistry"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A child\u2019s first visit to the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.amorkidsdentistry.com\/services\/pediatric-dentistry-in-south-park\/\">pediatric dentistry<\/a> is typically brief and informal. Your child will get to know the dentist during this appointment and get used to the clinic settings. A small checkup may also be done, depending on the little one\u2019s comfort level and age.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Their teeth will be inspected for signs of gum, teeth and jaw problems such as gum disease, bad bites and decays.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The dentist will want to know about the child\u2019s eating habits and the hygiene routine you have introduced them to. You will be asked to adjust if necessary and advised on better hygiene methods. You will also be given a chance to ask questions about diets, habits such as thumb-sucking and any other thing that concerns your child\u2019s oral health.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>How to prepare your child for their first visit to\u00a0pediatric dentistry<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is normal for a child to become anxious at the mention of a hospital, doctor or dentist. Let them know you understand them and try to help them overcome that fear. Try the following tips:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Speak positively of the dentist \u2013 Do this and talk to them about the risks associated with not visiting the dentist.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stay relaxed \u2013 Avoid looking tense as your child may be easily enthused and terrified as well.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Come prepared \u2013 You may bring along your child\u2019s toys to keep them distracted at the waiting room.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plan a treat \u2013 A movie or a trip to the playground before or after the appointment will make your child start associating dental appointments with treats and other nice things.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Schedule an appointment for your child to be checked and treated by an experienced <a href=\"http:\/\/www.amorkidsdentistry.com\/services\/pediatric-dentistry-in-south-park\/\">pediatric dentist<\/a> at <strong>Amor Kids Dentistry<\/strong> We offer virtually all pediatric dentistry services your child could require at our dental office in South Park. Call us at\u00a0<a href=\"tel:323.759.1523\">323.759.1523<\/a>\u00a0today to learn more about our services.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A child\u2019s first visit to the pediatric dentistry is typically brief and informal. Your child will get to know the dentist during this appointment and get used to the clinic settings. 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