09/07/2026
🦷 PLEASE DON’T USE THE DENTIST AS A THREAT
“If you don’t brush, the dentist is going to pull your teeth!”
“If you eat that candy, you’re going to get a needle at the dentist!”
“You better behave or I’m taking you to the dentist!”
We know parents usually say these things jokingly 🤭 but little ears don’t always understand the joke.
When dentistry becomes associated with punishment, children can start feeling anxious about an appointment before they’ve even walked through our doors.
Instead, try talking about the dentist as someone who:
🦸 Helps keep their teeth strong
🪥 Teaches them how to take care of their smile
🦷 Checks that their teeth are growing properly
💙 Is there to HELP when something doesn’t feel right
At Aurora Kids Dentistry, we work very hard to build trust with our little patients. We explain, demonstrate, encourage, celebrate, and sometimes laugh A LOT. 🌈😂
Help us build that positive relationship at home, too.
The dentist isn’t the bad guy. We promise. 😉💙
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