Many children have procedures to fill or remove damaged or rotten teeth every year. More often than not, these are treatments that could have been avoided with the proper care and regular check-ups. So, how can we ensure we are inspiring kids to care for their teeth correctly? Here we look at ways to do precisely that.
Bring younger children to your or their older siblings’ dental appointments. This will show them that it is a normal process, and that there is nothing scary about it. It will get them used to the sights and sounds of the dental practice and the faces that come and go. They will see the tools used and that everything is done calmly and safely.
Once your child has some teeth through, you should think about booking their first check-up. This will ensure their teeth are growing correctly and get them in the habit of being in the dentist’s chair early.
Try to book their appointments straight after your own. That way, they can see you in the chair first. Also, get them to watch when you brush your teeth. Maybe brush them together to get used to brushing for two minutes and covering the whole mouth rather than focusing on one area.
Fear and anxiety can come from the unknown. Talk to your child about looking after their teeth and what the dentist will check for. Explain the process as light-heartedly as you can so they can see there is nothing to be worried about.
A sticker reward chart for brushing their teeth for the correct length of time, twice a day, is a great idea. Also, if you are going for a dental check-up, perhaps offer a magazine, sticker, or trip to the park straight after. Rewards are a great way to get your children to engage.
Calmly comfort your child if they are nervous about the dentist. Reassure them that nothing bad will happen and it will be quick and easy. Practice looking in their mouth at home and make it a fun game.
For information on the dental treatments we provide at The Gallery Dental, contact our friendly team on 01280 822567.
This payment plan provides for your routine preventive dental care and you pay for restorative treatment as you need it. It is easy to set up and no pre-assessment is necessary.
It includes:
Fees from £17.45
This provides cover towards dental implant treatment costs required as a result of dental injury where a tooth is damaged beyond repair. Implant cover can be added as an option to any of the above plans. Your dentist can discuss with you the best plan to suit your needs, and the monthly subscription cost.
Fees from £2.25 extra per month
Disclaimer:
All fees listed above include the cost of optional Denplan Supplementary Insurance, provided by Simplyhealth Access. During your application you will choose whether to add this optional cover to your plan or not. You will be given full details of the insurance’s benefits and information to help you decide if it is right for you. If you choose not to take out this optional insurance the plan’s monthly fee will reduce by 60p (the monthly cost of the insurance).
This is a monthly payment plan which helps you pay for your routine and restorative dental treatment. Your dentists will conduct a dental assessment and what you pay per month depends on your oral health, making sure you only pay for what you need.
It includes:
Fees from £18.95 – £42.95
This provides cover towards dental implant treatment costs required as a result of dental injury where a tooth is damaged beyond repair. Implant cover can be added as an option to any of the above plans. Your dentist can discuss with you the best plan to suit your needs, and the monthly subscription cost.
Fees from £2.25 extra per month
Disclaimer:
All fees listed above include the cost of optional Denplan Supplementary Insurance, provided by Simplyhealth Access. During your application you will choose whether to add this optional cover to your plan or not. You will be given full details of the insurance’s benefits and information to help you decide if it is right for you. If you choose not to take out this optional insurance the plan’s monthly fee will reduce by 60p (the monthly cost of the insurance).
To apply for finance, you will need to complete a simple, online credit application, which one of our staff can help you with. You can do this either in clinic or have it emailed for you to complete at home. You can borrow between £500 and £25,000, subject to status. You must be over 21 to apply, and you must have lived in the UK for at least 3 years. Repayments are made by easy monthly direct debit, starting one month after you sign the credit agreement, and are subject the usual guarantee from your bank. There is a statutory ‘cooling off’ period of 14 days after signature during which you can cancel the credit agreement with no cost to you. However, if you have started any treatment which would have been financed, you will have to make other arrangements to pay for it.
Credit is subject to status, affordability and applicable terms and conditions.
Disclaimer:
The finance is arranged through Chrysalis Finance Ltd., a company authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority to carry out the regulated activity of credit broking under Firm Reference Number 631193.
*Amount of Credit £1,500.00. Total Amount Repayable £1,500.00. Repayable by 6 monthly payments of £250.00. Representative 0.0% APR variable. Finance is Subject to status and full terms and conditions apply.
York House Centre Limited trading as The Gallery Dental Centre of Excellence is an Appointed Representative of Chrysalis Finance Limited, which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority to carry out the regulated activity of credit broking www.chrysalisfinance.com.
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