Also, parents may be asked to wait in the reception area so a relationship can be built between your child and the dentist. The dentist should be able to answer any questions you have and try to make you and your child feel comfortable throughout the visit. The entire dental team and the office should provide a relaxed, non- threatening environment for your child. Children, like adults, should see the dentist every six months. Some dentists may schedule interim visits for every 3 months when the child is very young to build up a comfort and confidence level, or to treat a developing problem.
Many general dentists treat children.
If yours does not, ask for a referral to a good dentist in your area. A proper regimen of preventive home care is important from the day your child is born. Clean your infant's gums with a clean, damp cloth. Ask your dentist if you may rub a tiny dab of toothpaste on the gums. Remember, most children are also getting fluoride from the community water supply.