
When your baby gets the first tooth in the mouth, make an appointment with your dentist. He or she will show you how to clean your baby’s teeth and explain proper eating habits to prevent tooth decay.


Despite the many risks still do not have accurate data. Some countries have provided statistics on accidents and diseases related to the world of medicine, within this are included dentistry.
Austria: in 1982 there were 106 accidents (2.8% of total) and 138 cases of occupational diseases (13% of total)., The most frequent infectious diseases (96).
Japan: In 1982 there were 11 deaths due to occupational accidents and six in 1983
Mexico: In the first half of 1984, 7195 reported 20 accidents and occupational diseases.
The first thing parents think when it comes to visiting the dentist is fear, fear of the machines and the pain they cause. That same fear we often pass it to our children inadvertently causing his first experience in the Dental Clinic is not entirely pleasant.
The problem is the prejudices we have about these clinics, we assumed since we were little. But today things have changed dramatically. The technology has been adapted and specialized for each type of patient. The modern dental clinics now have games rooms, decorated children’s play materials, etc. Especially since the primary objective attempting a pleasant stay of the child from the first visit, so that regular attendance is not a cause of anxiety in the days before, but of expectation, hope and joy. In all, the first visit-and, in some cases, the first impression, is the most important, it is appropriate to consider some points:
# Bring your baby with you when you have an appointment or better yet, a brother. So Sevira model and the smallest will see that it is not so terrible.
# Avoid negative comments about the dentist at home. Even when we think that the child does not listen or understand. They capture much more than we imagined and that anxiety can make it yours.
# Create dental hygiene is the best way not to fear the dental office, and therefore will not have to go through complicated cures or long, but for simple checks (recommended every six months).
# You can also wear it when you first tooth, for guidance to parents about their care while the little familiarity with the environment.
# The first consultation is usually given at age 3, when the deciduous dentition is complete. Many dental clinics are “presented” the place, equipment to use, colors, tastes, smells, etc. The children willingly participate in this experience and will want to return.
# Never hide anything from children. Can you explain what they will, without too deeply into the subject. So the situation does not catch unawares.
# Establish “secret codes”, like a game with the child. For example, raise your hand if something bothers him.
# In some clinics are given a gift in recognition of his courage and collaboration.
# The smaller go to consultation, unless you hear stories from other kids. Of these, children who only go by controls give better “reference” that those who go through lengthy treatments.