Role-play at home – Let children pretend to be the dentist to make them feel more comfortable. Schedule visits strategically – Choose a time when the child is well-rested and not hungry.

Image caption, Trying to get them in before their first birthday is really good because then they’ll get used to the sights, sounds and smells of the dental clinic. Role play can help children ...

As a parent, it’s important to know what you can do to keep your kids’ teeth healthy. It’s also helpful to know what can put them at risk.