Your child should visit the dentist by his/her 1st birthday. You can make the first visit to the dentist enjoyable and positive. Your child should be informed of the visit and told that the dentist and his staff will explain all procedures and answer any questions. The less to-do concerning the visit, the better.

Good dental care is an important part of your child's overall health. Here are some tips to help prepare your child for his first visit:

• Emphasize the positive aspects of good dental care. Tell your child that visiting the dentist will help keep his smile bright and cavity free.

• Expect your child to have a pleasant experience. Say that Dr. Purcell is very gentle when he works.

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Print the New Patient Health History Form, complete the information and bring it with you to your first visit.

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During the first visit you can expect your child to receive the following:

• Instruction in proper oral hygiene

• Cleaning and polishing of the teeth

• Examination for decay and deformities

• Topical Fluoride treatment

• X-rays when necessary