{"id":1286,"date":"2025-09-10T11:46:36","date_gmt":"2025-09-10T09:46:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/clinicadelpino.com\/?p=1286"},"modified":"2025-09-10T11:46:36","modified_gmt":"2025-09-10T09:46:36","slug":"paediatric-dentistry-in-calpe-how-to-avoid-fear-of-the-dentist-in-children","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/clinicadelpino.com\/en\/blog\/paediatric-dentistry-in-calpe-how-to-avoid-fear-of-the-dentist-in-children\/","title":{"rendered":"Paediatric dentistry in Calpe: how to avoid fear of the dentist in children"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"389\" data-end=\"761\">Fear of the dentist is very common in childhood and, if not treated properly, can be a lifelong fear. At <strong data-start=\"525\" data-end=\"553\">Cl\u00ednica del Pino<\/strong>specialists in <strong data-start=\"572\" data-end=\"638\"><a class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" href=\"https:\/\/clinicadelpino.com\/en\/paediatric-dentistry\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"574\" data-end=\"636\">paediatric dentistry<\/a><\/strong>We know that the key is prevention, education and creating a positive experience from the first visit.<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"763\" data-end=\"936\">In this article we tell you how to help your children lose their fear of the dentist and how we work in our clinic to make children feel safe and calm.<\/p>\r\n<h2 data-start=\"943\" data-end=\"994\">Why are children afraid of the dentist?<\/h2>\r\n<p data-start=\"995\" data-end=\"1037\">Fear of the dentist is often caused by:<\/p>\r\n<ul data-start=\"1038\" data-end=\"1260\">\r\n<li data-start=\"1038\" data-end=\"1105\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1040\" data-end=\"1105\">Previous negative experiences (pain, invasive treatments).<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"1106\" data-end=\"1168\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1108\" data-end=\"1168\">Fear of the unknown (instruments, sounds, smells).<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"1169\" data-end=\"1209\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1171\" data-end=\"1209\">Anxiety transmitted by parents.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"1210\" data-end=\"1260\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1212\" data-end=\"1260\">Stories heard from other children or adults.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p data-start=\"1262\" data-end=\"1398\">\ud83d\udc49 The first visit is crucial. That is why we recommend that it is done before the first year of life or when the first tooth appears.<\/p>\r\n<h2 data-start=\"1405\" data-end=\"1466\">Strategies to avoid fear of the dentist in children<\/h2>\r\n<h3 data-start=\"1468\" data-end=\"1499\">1. Start young<\/h3>\r\n<p data-start=\"1500\" data-end=\"1617\">Taking your child to the dentist early helps normalise the experience and helps them see check-ups as routine.<\/p>\r\n<h3 data-start=\"1619\" data-end=\"1654\">2. Explain positively<\/h3>\r\n<p data-start=\"1655\" data-end=\"1786\">Avoid phrases like \"it won't hurt\" or \"don't be scared\". It is better to say: <em data-start=\"1727\" data-end=\"1783\">\"The dentist will help you to make your mouth stronger\".<\/em>.<\/p>\r\n<h3 data-start=\"1788\" data-end=\"1835\">3. Choose a specialised paediatric dentist<\/h3>\r\n<p data-start=\"1836\" data-end=\"2002\">The <strong data-start=\"1839\" data-end=\"1857\">paediatric dentist<\/strong> is trained to treat children with communication techniques and patience. In our clinic we use a language adapted to each age group.<\/p>\r\n<h3 data-start=\"2004\" data-end=\"2046\">4. Progressive adaptation techniques<\/h3>\r\n<p data-start=\"2047\" data-end=\"2184\">At Cl\u00ednica del Pino we let children get to know the practice, the instruments and the team before any procedure is performed.<\/p>\r\n<h3 data-start=\"2186\" data-end=\"2230\">5. Reinforce with positive experiences<\/h3>\r\n<p data-start=\"2231\" data-end=\"2357\">Rewarding the child's bravery with words of encouragement or small gestures helps the visit to be remembered in a positive way.<\/p>\r\n<h2 data-start=\"2364\" data-end=\"2418\">How we work at Cl\u00ednica del Pino (Calpe)<\/h2>\r\n<p data-start=\"2419\" data-end=\"2531\">In our <strong data-start=\"2430\" data-end=\"2488\"><a class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/clinicadelpino.com\/en\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"2432\" data-end=\"2486\">dental clinic in Calpe<\/a><\/strong> we apply a close and tailored approach:<\/p>\r\n<ul data-start=\"2532\" data-end=\"2827\">\r\n<li data-start=\"2532\" data-end=\"2572\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2534\" data-end=\"2572\">Pleasant atmosphere and warm treatment.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"2573\" data-end=\"2662\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2575\" data-end=\"2662\">Techniques of <strong data-start=\"2587\" data-end=\"2608\">playful adaptation<\/strong> to familiarise children with the practice.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"2663\" data-end=\"2745\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2665\" data-end=\"2745\">Painless treatments thanks to local anaesthesia and, if necessary, sedation.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"2746\" data-end=\"2827\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2748\" data-end=\"2827\">Constant communication with parents to accompany the child at all times.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p data-start=\"2829\" data-end=\"3171\">In addition, we work in coordination with other specialities, such as the <strong data-start=\"2897\" data-end=\"2962\"><a class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" href=\"https:\/\/clinicadelpino.com\/en\/orthodontics\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"2899\" data-end=\"2960\">orthodontics in Calpe<\/a><\/strong>The programme provides comprehensive care from infancy to adulthood.<\/p>\r\n<h2 data-start=\"3178\" data-end=\"3239\">Benefits of fear-free paediatric dentistry in Calpe<\/h2>\r\n<ul data-start=\"3240\" data-end=\"3517\">\r\n<li data-start=\"3240\" data-end=\"3289\">\r\n<p data-start=\"3242\" data-end=\"3289\">Children with greater confidence in their dental health.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"3290\" data-end=\"3359\">\r\n<p data-start=\"3292\" data-end=\"3359\">Better prevention of caries and diseases from an early age.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"3360\" data-end=\"3430\">\r\n<p data-start=\"3362\" data-end=\"3430\">Reducing the risk of dental phobia in adolescence and adulthood.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"3431\" data-end=\"3517\">\r\n<p data-start=\"3433\" data-end=\"3517\">Positive experiences that make children go to the dentist without resistance.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h2 data-start=\"3524\" data-end=\"3583\">Frequently asked questions about paediatric dentistry in children<\/h2>\r\n<p data-start=\"3585\" data-end=\"3707\"><strong data-start=\"3585\" data-end=\"3645\">When should the first visit to the paediatric dentist take place?<\/strong><br data-start=\"3645\" data-end=\"3648\" \/>Before the first year of life or when the first tooth erupts.<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"3709\" data-end=\"3839\"><strong data-start=\"3709\" data-end=\"3767\">How can you prepare a child to go to the dentist?<\/strong><br data-start=\"3767\" data-end=\"3770\" \/>With simple and positive explanations, and conveying confidence.<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"3841\" data-end=\"3996\"><strong data-start=\"3841\" data-end=\"3892\">What happens if my child does not cooperate in the consultation?<\/strong><br data-start=\"3892\" data-end=\"3895\" \/>Progressive adaptation techniques are available and, in some cases, conscious sedation can help.<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"3998\" data-end=\"4184\">\ud83d\udc49 For more information, you can visit the <strong data-start=\"4041\" data-end=\"4116\"><a class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aapd.org\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"4043\" data-end=\"4114\">American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD)<\/a><\/strong>an international organisation specialising in children's dental health.<\/p>\r\n<h2 data-start=\"4191\" data-end=\"4209\">Conclusion<\/h2>\r\n<p data-start=\"4210\" data-end=\"4377\">Fear of the dentist in children is a challenge, but with prevention, patience and the help of dental specialists, it can be overcome. <strong data-start=\"4318\" data-end=\"4346\">paediatric dentistry in Calpe<\/strong>can easily be overcome.<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"4379\" data-end=\"4592\">At <strong data-start=\"4382\" data-end=\"4410\">Cl\u00ednica del Pino (Calpe)<\/strong> we offer a child-friendly environment, with a positive and professional approach so that dental visits become pleasant and educational experiences.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>El miedo al dentista es muy com\u00fan en la infancia y, si no se trata adecuadamente, puede acompa\u00f1ar a la 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