First Visits
What to Expect at the First VIsit
A good first impression can help set the stage for a child’s lifelong positive relationship with dentistry. At Palm & Poppy, we’re dedicated to making first visits fun, educational, and stress-free for both children and parents. Our goal is to create a positive experience that lays the foundation for a lifetime of good oral health. We take time to ensure your child feels comfortable and excited about their dental journey.
Meet and Greet
We'll start by introducing your child to our friendly team and showing them around our office. This helps them feel at ease and excited about their visit, turning a new experience into an adventure.
Gentle Examination
Dr. Sun will perform a thorough but gentle examination of your child's teeth, gums, and bite. We use kid-friendly language to explain what we're doing, making the process engaging and educational.
Parent Discussion
We'll discuss our findings, answer your questions, and provide personalized advice on maintaining your child's oral health. We believe in partnering with parents to ensure the best care for your child.
How to Prepare Your Child for Their Dental Visit
Stay Positive
Children often pick up on their parents' emotions. Speak positively about the dentist and avoid using words like "hurt” or “pain." Instead, focus on how the dentist helps keep teeth strong and healthy.
Be Their Brushing Buddy
Make tooth brushing a fun family activity. This helps your child view dental care positively and prepares them for what to expect during their cleaning. Consider using a tooth brushing app or playing their favorite song while brushing.
Get Artsy
Encourage your child to draw pictures of teeth or play pretend dentist with stuffed animals. This creative play can help familiarize them with dental concepts and tools in a fun, non-threatening way.
Read On
There are many great children's books about going to the dentist. Reading these together can help your child understand what to expect and feel more comfortable. We'd be happy to recommend some of our favorites!
Here are some of our favorites!
Watch Together
Many children's TV shows have episodes about dental visits. Watching these together can be a great way to introduce dental concepts and show that visits to the dentist are a normal, positive experience.
Here are some of our favorites!
Stay Positive
Children often pick up on their parents' emotions. Speak positively about the dentist and avoid using words like "hurt” or “pain." Instead, focus on how the dentist helps keep teeth strong and healthy.
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Be Their Brushing Buddy
Make tooth brushing a fun family activity. This helps your child view dental care positively and prepares them for what to expect during their cleaning. Consider using a tooth brushing app or playing their favorite song while brushing.
Get Artsy
Encourage your child to draw pictures of teeth or play pretend dentist with stuffed animals. This creative play can help familiarize them with dental concepts and tools in a fun, non-threatening way.
Read On
There are many great children's books about going to the dentist. Reading these together can help your child understand what to expect and feel more comfortable. We'd be happy to recommend some of our favorites!
Here are some of our favorites!
Watch Together
Many children's TV shows have episodes about dental visits. Watching these together can be a great way to introduce dental concepts and show that visits to the dentist are a normal, positive experience.
Here are some of our favorites!
What to Bring to Your Child’s First Appointment
To ensure a smooth first visit, please bring your child's medical and dental history, insurance information, and any questions you have. Consider bringing a comfort item for your child, like a favorite toy or blanket. If your child takes any medications, please bring a list. Arriving a few minutes early allows time for your child to acclimate to our office, and for you to complete any new patient forms if you haven’t filled them out ahead of time.
How We Make Appointments Awesome
At Palm & Poppy, we're committed to making every dental visit a positive experience. Our child-centered approach combines gentle care, engaging education, and a fun environment to help your child develop a lifelong positive attitude towards dental health.
We adapt our approach to each child's unique needs and personality.
Our office is designed to be both fun for kids and relaxing for parents.
We use positive reinforcement techniques to help children feel confident and cooperative.
For highly anxious children, we offer gradual introduction to dental experiences.
We adapt our approach to each child's unique needs and personality.
We provide guidance on diet choices that support both overall and oral health.
