when should a child go to dentist first time
The first visit. Your child's first dental visit is to help your child feel comfortable with the dentist. The first dental visit is recommended by 12 months of age, or after several baby teeth have erupted. The first visit usually lasts 30 to 45 minutes. Depending on your child's age, the visit may include a thorough exam of the teeth, jaws, bite, gums, and oral tissues to check growth and development.