On the day of the visit, Jack's mom said, "First we will go to the dentist, then we will go to the park across the street. " Jack did not look happy in the dentist office but he cooperated with the brushing and treatment. The dental assistant was clearly ready for him and made a special effort to give him lots of choices and extra prizes for cooperating. The dentist talked to Jack about the slide and the swings at the park and sent him on his way.
A combination of a skilled pediatric dentist and a mom who understands the importance of helping her child accept and participate in dental care, Jack will have healthy teeth and a positive attitude about going to the dentist.
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