If it is your child’s first visit to the dentist or a visit to a new dental office, you will want your child to feel comfortable and have a great experience. It is helpful to inform your child where they are going and always be positive. Please avoid using negative words (such as hurt, needle, shots, or anything unpleasant.) which may plant fear into their mind that would not have been there otherwise. Let your child’s dentist go over what they are going to do. Dentists will tell your child what will happen in a very non-threatening way. For children under six, scheduling their appointment as early as possible when they are fresh and alert is often recommended.