Say This, Not That
To best prepare your child for a trip to the dentist, try to replace these buzz words!
Say This
- Cleaned/Cleaning
- Wiggled
- Tooth Washer/Hose
- Different/Weird
- Sleepy Juice
- Tooth Counter
- Tickle/Buzz
Not That
- Scrape
- Yanked/Pulled
- Drill
- Hurt/Painful/Bad
- Shot/Needle
- Pokey Thing/Instrument
- Numb
At Home Care
Put your child on track for a lifetime of smiles with great home care! See the home care tips below for keeping your child cavity-free!
Oral Hygiene
As a parent, you likely already know that sweets and sugary drinks like soda are very unhealthy for your child’s teeth. However, many parents are not aware that other, seemingly healthy drinks and snacks can be equally damaging to your child’s smile.
Fruit snacks and fruit juice are “repeat offenders” when it comes to tooth decay and should be avoided. If you are looking for a healthy on-the-go snack and drink for your child, consider a cheese stick and bottled water. Kids also love learning that some of their favorite foods (like pizza) are great for their smile!
Diet and Nutrition
Our Resources
Check out these fun, informative videos to help your child get excited about the dentist, as well as some positive reinforcement ideas for how to best communicate with your child in preparation for their first visit.
Printable Charts
Download one of our printable charts to help your child create a healthy routine!
