How can I Reduce Dental Anxiety in Children During Visits?

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How can I Reduce Dental Anxiety in Children During Visits?

Reducing dental anxiety in children is a core focus of our practice, as we strive to treat each patient as we would our own family. We use a combination of modern, minimally invasive technology and proven communication techniques to ensure a stress-free experience for your child.

To help your child feel comfortable, we utilize several gentle approaches:

  • Tell-Show-Do Method: We explain every step in simple, playful words, demonstrate on a model, and then proceed gently to build trust.
  • Drill-Free Technologies: We offer laser dentistry for children, which uses light energy instead of a traditional drill. This often eliminates the need for needles and numbing. Additionally, we use silver diamine fluoride, a liquid painted onto cavities to stop decay without any drilling at all.
  • Child-Friendly Environment: Our office features distraction tools like ceiling-mounted screens and headphones. We also encourage you to bring a favorite toy or blanket to help your child feel secure.
  • Positive Preparation: We recommend booking morning appointments when children are well-rested. Talking about the visit using bright language like “counting teeth” or getting a “sparkly smile” helps set a positive tone before you even arrive.

By offering complete dental care all under one roof in Squamish, we ensure your child builds a positive relationship with the dentist that lasts a lifetime.


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Our Office

We are located in the new building on the corner of Victoria Street and 2nd Ave. Our office is on the second floor – please buzz 0201 for entry.

Hours of Operation

Monday-Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday-Sunday: Closed

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