{"id":298,"date":"2023-07-14T19:32:00","date_gmt":"2023-07-14T19:32:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.coastalpediatricdentistry.net\/blog\/?p=298"},"modified":"2023-08-17T19:32:50","modified_gmt":"2023-08-17T19:32:50","slug":"6-essential-books-lower-anxiety-for-childs-dental-visits","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.coastalpediatricdentistry.net\/blog\/2023\/07\/6-essential-books-lower-anxiety-for-childs-dental-visits\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Essential Books to Lower Anxiety for Your Child\u2019s Dental Visits"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.coastalpediatricdentistry.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/AdobeStock_205898981__1692113636_41135-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"father reading to his child\" class=\"wp-image-299\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.coastalpediatricdentistry.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/AdobeStock_205898981__1692113636_41135-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.coastalpediatricdentistry.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/AdobeStock_205898981__1692113636_41135-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.coastalpediatricdentistry.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/AdobeStock_205898981__1692113636_41135.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>As your little one learns more and more about the world, books can be a great way to introduce different concepts and experiences before they try it for themselves. For instance, dental visits can be unnerving even for adults who know what to expect, so just imagine how your child might feel going through it for the first time! Although <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastalpediatricdentistry.net\/sedation-dentistry.html\">sedation dentistry<\/a> is available, preparing your child with books may help as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fortunately, there are tons of books out there that talk about the importance of dental health, the process of dental visits, and what dentists can be like. Keep reading to learn about just a portion of these books and how you can use them to help anxious kids feel better about going to the dentist and motivated to take care of their pearly whites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Books with Classic Characters Going Through Dental Visits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For many families, certain book characters are near and dear to their hearts. These series of books expose kids to all kinds of experiences, including going to the dentist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><em>Daniel Goes to the Dentist<\/em> by Alexandra Cassel Schwartz<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have a preschooler, you\u2019ve probably watched and read dozens of Daniel Tiger stories. In this book, every detail of a dental exam and cleaning is explained, so your little one will know what to expect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><em>Dentist Trip<\/em> (Peppa Pig)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In this book, Peppa guides her little brother, George, through his first dental visit. Her words help keep him calm, and he bravely faces his fears. You can help your child be brave with the same words if you like.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><em>Just Going to the Dentist<\/em> by Mercer Mayer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if you and your child aren\u2019t familiar with all the Little Critter books, you\u2019ll love this one, especially if your child needs to have a cavity filled. It talks about all the steps the dentist takes from Little Critter\u2019s point of view, giving kids a little more peace of mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><em>The Berenstain Bears Visit the Dentist<\/em> by Stan and Jan Berenstain<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow your favorite family to the dentist\u2019s office, where the Berenstain bears learn that going to the dentist doesn\u2019t have to be scary. Plus, the book may come with stickers!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Books Humanizing Dentists<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes, visiting the dentist can seem frightening because kids don\u2019t realize this person is just that\u2014a person. Here are some books that let children know that the professional checking their teeth can be caring and gentle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><em>My Dentist, My Friend<\/em> by P.K. Hallinan<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead of seeing a dentist as someone to fear, the characters in this book encourage readers to learn to trust their dentist and see them as an ally and friend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><em>Doctor De Soto<\/em> by William Steig<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Throughout the book, patients of the talented Dr. De Soto, who is a mouse, never feel pain. However, when a fox, who is a natural predator, comes in with a toothache, you see just how kind and generous Dr. De Soto is. As a result, your child can see the good things dentists do to help their patients!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As with other intimidating experiences in life, your child\u2019s first few dental visits may still have some tears and trepidation, but these books can help prepare them to have successful visits and have a positive view of the dentist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Practice<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Coastal Pediatric Dentistry is happy to have two caring, board-certified pediatric dentists on staff. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastalpediatricdentistry.net\/meet-the-dentists.html\">Dr. James Forester and Dr. Natalie Vander Kam<\/a> have been specially trained to treat young patients, even those with special needs. They are happy to discuss your child\u2019s needs before their next appointment, so <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastalpediatricdentistry.net\/contact-us.html\">reach out to our office in San Luis Obispo online<\/a> or call us at 805-592-2020.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As your little one learns more and more about the world, books can be a great way to introduce different concepts and experiences before they try it for themselves. 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