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At Open Sesame Dentistry, we are committed to providing affordable and quality dental care for your little ones. Explore expert tips, engaging videos, and easy-to-read articles designed to support your child’s dental health and overall well-being.
Helpful Video Resources
Tune in to short, engaging clips covering everything from brushing basics to child-friendly dental visits, helping your family maintain healthy, happy smiles.
How to Brush Your Teeth Properly – For Kids
Going to the Dentist – What to Expect for Kids
How to Floss Your Teeth Properly – For Kids
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Helpful Blog Articles
Tune in to short, engaging clips covering everything from brushing basics to child-friendly dental visits, helping your family maintain healthy, happy smiles.
How to Handle Common Pediatric Dental Emergencies at Home Before Seeing a Dentist
How to Handle Common Pediatric Dental Emergencies at Home Before Seeing a Dentist As chief pediatric dentist at Open Sesame […]
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Top 5 Signs Your Child Needs Emergency Dental Care
Top 5 Signs Your Child Needs Emergency Pediatric Dental Care It’s important for parents to know when a child’s dental […]
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Family Dentist vs. General Dentist: What’s the Difference and Why It Matters?
Family Dentist vs. General Dentist: What’s the Difference and Why It Matters? It is important to choose the right dentist […]
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Your kids Dental Visit - A Guide for Parents
1. What to expect during the First Visit:
Our friendly, experienced and knowledgeable first visits dental team will welcome your child and you. We will greet you and your child warmly, and create an inviting atmosphere that will help them feel at ease.
2. Preparing for your Child's First Visit:
We recommend the following to help your child prepare for their first dental appointment: Speak to them in a positive, reassuring way about the appointment. Watching videos or reading children's stories about the dentist is a great way to spend time together. Avoid using negative language and sharing your own dental fears or concerns with your child.
3. Comprehensive Examination:
We will examine your child's teeth, gums, and mouth, checking for signs of decay or any warning signs of developmental problems that need to be addressed.
4. Personalised Oral Health Advice:
We will provide you with professional advice and ensure you understand the best oral hygiene practices for your child based on their age and developmental stage, including recommendations regarding diet, brushing, and flossing.
5. Discussion and Education:
We will take the time to answer all your questions as comprehensively as possible to ensure you are happy and discuss any results of examinations with you, so you are fully informed and aware.
6. Creating a Positive Experience
Our goal is to create a positive experience for your child during their first dental appointment. We will use age-appropriate language, gentle techniques and child-friendly explanations to make sure your child is comfortable and safe throughout the appointment.
