Thank you for selecting us as your child's personal dental care
team. We strive to make your relationship with us a pleasant and
rewarding one.
A firm foundation is needed upon which we can base recommendations
for your child's dental health; therefore, we will complete a thorough
oral health and cosmetic dental examination during your initial
appointment.
Preventative dentistry is the most important service we have to
offer your family. We will show you how to control your child's
dental health and maintain his/her beautiful smile. Preventative examinations
on a regularly scheduled basis will give your child the maximum
opportunity for long-term dental health and save money over a lifetime!
Good communication is essential in forming a lasting relationship.
If, at any time, you have a concern about treatment, fee or service,
please feel free to discuss it immediately with one of our team
members. We welcome your comments and suggestions.
Thank you for giving us the opportunity to be your child's personal dental care team.
How should I prepare my child for his/her first visit?
You play an important role in preparing your child for his/her first
visit to us. The first visit to the dentist can determine your child's
attitude towards dental visits for years to come. Be relaxed and
at ease with your child. Any anxiety on your part will be sensed
by your child. Tell your child that we will "count" and possibly
"take pictures" of his/her teeth, and then talk afterwards about it.
Don't use words that may create fear in your child such as "hurt,
shot, drill, X-ray, or needle". Don't relate any negative experiences
you may have had as a child, and don't let other people tell your
child stories that may provoke fear.
Is it okay for children to cry?
Crying is a normal reaction to almost any kind of anxiety in a young
child. New experiences, strange people and places fit into that category
for the very young. Please do not let your child's occasional tears
upset you as it is very common, and we anticipate crying in some
small children. The more relaxed we (parent and dental staff) are
at that time, the sooner the child will overcome his/her anxiety.
Pointers for Parents!
• Try to make dental visits enjoyable for your child; we'll
help!
• Set a good example! Brush and floss your own teeth daily,
and visit the dentist regularly.
• Bribe your child into going to the dentist.
• Use a dental visit as a punishment.
• Let the child know you feel any anxiety about going to the
dentist.
• Let anyone tell your child scary stories about dental visits.
• Use words like hurt, pain, needle, drill, shot, etc.
Serving the communities of
Ansonia • Bridgeport • Cos Cob • Darien • Derby •
Easton • Fairfield • Greenwich • Milford • Monroe • New Canaan • Newtown • Norwalk •
Orange • Oxford • Redding • Ridgefield • Rowayton • Saugatuck • Seymour • Shelton •
Stamford • Stratford • Trumbull• Weston • Westport • Wilton • Woodbridge and
surrounding areas.
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