at what age should i take my daughter to the dentist? my finace's little boy is almost 3 & he's already been

Answer 1

Our local dentist has always encouraged people to bring their kids in at 1 yr. They even hold special clinics where they spend the entire day seeing 1 yr. olds. The check up is very quick and there is no cleaning involved. Both of my children have been going since they were 1. It is so important to get them in when they're young. If you wait then you might be facing serious issues and your child might need oral surgery. If they can catch a problem right away then it is easier to take care of. If you let it wait then it becomes more difficult. It suprises me that so many people wait until their children are 4 or 5. Also, my kids have been doing it since 1 so they aren't scared or intimidated at all. In fact, they both like going to the dentist.

Answer 2

Around a year old is what I've always heard and it's when we first took our daughter. Almost all baby's have teeth by that age and that initial visit can let the dentist see if her teeth are healthy, if her gums are healthy, and he will able to identify any problems early on so you can keep an eye on them. And where adults are told they should see a dentist every 6 months, kids need to see them only once a year until they are 6 or 7.

Answer 3

Most dentists are different, and your going to hear different answers on this one. I did ask my children's dentist when i should start bringing my 3 year old in and here is what he said: "it's not necessary to bring a child under 5 in for a dental check up UNLESS they are having problems. Just be sure to brush daily and watch the sugar intake of small children" He told me this and also went on to tell me that most dentist who want to MAKE MONEY(or just milk the insurance co.) will INSIST that you bring your child in as soon as they have teeth, but this is NOT needed. I trust this dentist, and i know most are only out to get more money, but he is an honest one. Hope this helps, and good luck!!

Answer 4

My dentist told me that unless a child is having problems with their teeth, they generally don't need to see a dentist until they are 4 or 5. However, most dentists will see your child after the age of 1, and encourage you to do so early on, simply to familiarize the child so he/she won't be scared when they do need to start going. At 18 months old he suggested I bring my son along with me for a routine visit, so he could see mommy getting her teeth cleaned, and would know it's not something to be afraid of.

Answer 5

It's a good idea to take your daughter to the dentist soon after her teeth come in... There are a few diseases that make themselves apparent only in the teeth, and have really bad effects in other areas of the body (tjf). Also, alot of times parents think the deciduous teeth are unimportant practice teeth, but in reality, they are very important and anything which would make them unhealthy would make the permanent dentition unhealthy too.

Answer 6

My daughter started head start this year and we went to the dentist right before the school year started. She is 3 and did great

Answer 7

As soon as they eating solid foods regularly -- usually around 12 months. It's better to establish a good relationship with a pediatric dentist early. Plus, they'll be able to see anything wrong with the teeth early on.

Answer 8

I would brush her gums with a little itty bitty drop of toothpaste and a toothbrush (before her teeth came in) if she'll let you. Take her to the dentist around one so he can look at her teeth. Early dental hygiene is the key. My god-sister didn't take her to the dentist till she was 5 and they ended up spending $8,000 yes $8,000 dollars on her teeth.

Answer 9

Most dentists will only see a child of 4 years or older. Ask your pediatrician.

Answer 10

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