9 Scotts Road #12-02 Pacific Plaza
Singapore 228210
| Tel | : | +65 6836 9808 |
| : | services@pkwydental.com.sg |
It is important to us at PKWY Dental Specialist Practice that your child’s first visit is a happy and pleasant experience. This sets the foundation right for a healthy mindset towards future dental care appointments.
Surprise! It’s earlier than you expect…
It is recommended that to prevent dental problems, a child should visit a kids dental specialist in Singapore by age 1 or within six months after the first tooth erupts. Primary teeth typically begin growing in around 6 months of age.
Your child’s first dental appointment is not a long one.
The goal is to get kids familiar with the sights and sounds of a kids dental clinic and get to know our dental team in a fun and relaxed way.
It is important for us to adapt to the needs of the child and not push or rush into procedures.
Let’s identify potential problems early and customize a dental care program for your child.
It is important for us to adapt to the needs of the child and not push or rush into treatment.
Our team of paediatric dentists aims to do the following:
Observe and absorb
A child learns best by observing a parent or an older sibling having a relax and enjoyable experience with our child dentist and hygienist. No pressure to have anything done yet, just have them in the same room and absorbing the good vibes. This is an important first step.
Plan in advance
Identify the most conducive time for your child’s first visit with us. He/ she shouldn’t be too tired or too hungry.
From experience, early morning appointments are best for young children. Parents should also not be in a hurry to leave for another appointment as the anxiety often projects onto young kids.
Come-By to say Hi
You’re around the area? Driving or walking around in town? Do point out PKWY Dental Specialist Practice to your child. State in a brief, matter of fact and friendly tone that, ‘’we will be coming to this dental clinic for a check-up one day’’. Even better, step in and we’d love to say ‘Hi!’
There’s no need to go into the details of the checkup because at here at our children's dental clinic, we use kid-friendly terms to explain dental equipment and procedures! Best is not to confuse or frighten them.
Be positive
In your interactions with your child, do not use the word ‘Dentist’ as a threat or a punishment.
Do not sabotage your child’s first visit to a paediatric dentist. There is no need to project your fear or nervousness about dental treatment onto your child. They will absorb it and this will affect their perception of dentists and hygienist even before they see us.
Stay positive and neutral. You could say, ‘Sounds fun! Let’s find out together at your dental check up!’
Read stories and Watch YouTube videos of First Dental Visits together
There are many good cartoons on YouTube explaining what to expect at a child’s first dental visit.
