2007-01-12 07:21:08 · 22 answers · asked by Betsy 7 in Health ➔ Dental
The general rule of thumb if "before the child's first birthday." That's what the pediatric department at Tufts Univeristy is still teaching.
Why? When I child is young chances are there are few dental problems. Thus going to the dentist will be a positive experience and will help prevent dental phobia in the future. A regular checkup will get the child used to dentists wearing mask, lab coat, and gloves, make them comfortable with instruments in the mouth, air/water syringe, and suction straws. It is also important to see the general health of the oral cavity. The dentist may take x-rays to see what teeth are present and to be erupting soon. If some are congenitally missing, they can consult with an orthodontist to maintain space for permanent teeth which may be present. They can diagnose potentially harmful lesions too.
By age 3 all or most primary teeth are erupted. Any problems that occured during their development and eruption will have been missed.
Good Luck!
2007-01-12 10:23:12 · answer #1 · answered by Jamooche 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The best time to start taking a child to the dentist office is around 3 years of age. We may not do anything (unless there is a problem) but taking them early prevents problems from arising, and it also conditions the child so they aren't afraid to go. It also gives us the opportunity to show the child the operatory and all of the instruments that we use and what we expect of them when they are there, so their next visit isn't such a dramatic experience. We want every visit to be fun, educationial and something to look forward to!
2007-01-12 07:46:58 · answer #2 · answered by HeatherS 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have heard of parents taking their kids before they get teeth, but it's probably safest to assume that when they get their first tooth is the best bet. (Isn't that what a dentist does? Work on teeth?) :)
When they get a little older (like 3 or 4), it may help to read them the Berenstain Bear's book, "The Berenstain Bears Go to the Dentist" if they become apprehensive or if you want them to feel comfortable with going to the dentist. The book talks about all the things that go on at a dentist and also how important teeth brushing is. :)
Hope this helps! :)
2007-01-12 07:26:09 · answer #3 · answered by LaPrincesse 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
once they get their milk the teeth, you dont even ought to e book an appointment for them, maximum dentists will ask the figure to sit down down the baby on their lap and examine their the teeth. My dentist has a pen torch which he makes use of to seem contained in the mouth, and the little ones also like the mouth mirrors because they see their little faces in them. in case you're anxious of the dentist your self that's superb no longer to deliver a baby with you once you've an appointment, little ones are more suitable on the ball than we credit them for and infrequently a moms and dads phobia will rub off onto the baby. we attempt to inspire moms and dads to deliver their little ones with them each and every time they have a habitual examine up, so as the baby grows up coming to the dentist is a customary portion of their habitual and under no circumstances some thing to be feared.
2016-10-30 22:40:31 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Children first go to the dentist 6 months after they get their first tooth, which is usually 6 months.
2007-01-12 07:24:30 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depending on your child age 2 or 3 is good...Sometimes a 2 year old can sit still long enough but I waited unitl my son was 3 and he was great. As long as you are brushing your childs teeth twice a day and flossing atleast once a day 3 would be much better. Easier for the hygienest the doctor and the assistant. If your child is having a problem then get them in right away
2007-01-12 07:25:24 · answer #6 · answered by kristylee116 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
They say around the age of 2, but I waited till my son was 3, so he could understand better what was going on, I had prepared him by taking him to my dentist appointments, and he did really well.
2007-01-12 07:24:45 · answer #7 · answered by Brandnewshoes 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
When all their baby teeth are in. The sooner, the better. The dentist can then check the shape of the mouth, the teeth (which will tell them how the permanent teeth will be) and cavities. If they get cavities in their baby teeth, most likely they will get them in their permanent teeth, too.
2007-01-12 07:24:45 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
usually arounsd 1-1 1/2 years, by that point they usually have a few teeth in. It is a good idea to start as soon as you can to get them comfortable with the atmosphere
2007-01-12 08:51:59 · answer #9 · answered by JenJen 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
As soon as the first few teeth begin to rupture. This ensures that the gums are healthy and all the teeth are looking normal. They won't clean them or anything, but they will look for any potential abnormalities
2007-01-12 07:25:01 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋