First Dental Visit in Wilton
A child’s first dental visit is an important milestone in their life. Setting your child on the right path will lead them to a lifetime of healthy teeth.
Getting ready for your visit
First visit timing
Your child’s first tooth will typically start coming in around 6 months of age. Ideally you will schedule their first visit with Dr. Sebro within 6 months of that first tooth coming in. Seeing your child early lets us spot potential issues before they turn into bigger problems, and it lays the foundation for a lasting relationship between your child, you, and Dr. Sebro. As more teeth continue to come in, protecting those teeth becomes even more important to set the stage for a healthy adult smile down the road.
What to expect
Many parents are nervous about coming to the dentist with their child. We see young children in the morning as that is when they are most fresh. The visit starts with an open and collaborative conversation to hear your questions and concerns. At our office, babies and young children are seen while sitting safely in your lap. You will be holding their hands to both comfort them and keep them safe and after a quick and gentle cleaning and exam they are ready for hugs and prizes.
how to prepare your child
For younger children, there are many ways to prepare them to visit the dentist. Reading children’s books and watching children’s programming are also some common ways that parents have introduced the concept to their child. Your child will take their cue from you about how to feel about their visit. Keeping a positive, upbeat tone will help reassure your child that visiting the dentist can be an easy and fun experience.
Establishing a dental home
At Wilton Pediatric Dentistry, every visit is personal. Our goal is to make you and your child feel genuinely at home from the moment you walk in. We want to be a practice your child actually looks forward to visiting, not just tolerates. That starts with pairing the right education with a warm, welcoming atmosphere, so your child is equipped to make good choices about their oral health, now and as they grow.
our clients love us
Wilton Pediatric Dentistry is pure awesome! In addition to super bright & clean facilities, the staff is amazing from scheduling/paperwork to the full visit. My little one was so nervous for her first visit & now can’t wait to go back. Highly recommend.
Lucia P
Can’t say enough about how great our experience was at Wilton Pediatric Dentistry. Beautiful, clean office. Welcoming and friendly staff. My 2+ year old was put at ease and didn’t so much as whimper during the exam. Dr. Ashleigh was friendly, informative, helpful and thorough. 5 stars because that’s as high as it goes!
Anthony R
I was blown away by the care my daughter received for her first dental appointment (age 22 months). The office staff, hygienist, and Dr. Sebro were all so very friendly, knowledgeable and caring. Bringing a toddler in for a cleaning/exam, I was extremely skeptical about how it would go. The professionalism and staff’s ability to make that exam happen was impressive!
Maggie J
More Questions?
Getting ready for your child’s first dental visit? At Wilton Pediatric Dentistry, no question is too small and no child is too little to start. Our staff is here to walk you through what to expect, ease any first-visit nerves, and make sure you both feel prepared. Call us or book your child’s first appointment today.