As parents, our best intentions can sometimes create problematic visits to the dentist.  We want to assure our children they will have a positive experience during their dental visit.  Please see the list of helpful hints and reminders for parents below.

• Discuss your child's upcoming visit using only "positive" words
• Never use words like "hurt" or "pain" when discussing your child's dental visit
• Never bribe your child into going to the dentist
• Never use the word "fear" when referring to a dental visit
• Your dental professional has been trained to use "specific terminology" during procedures which can avoid upsetting your child
• If you must accompany your child during a dental procedure, you can be most helpful as a silent partner and not speak over the dentist's requests
• Realize that after the initial visit, the child may do better in "one on one" appointments with the dentist
• Previous experience has shown that children who act up with the parent present actually behave better when a parent is not in the room
• If you have concerns, please discuss any issues with Dr. Bennett before your child's dental visit