Calm Visits, Confident Kids: Practical Anxiety Tips from Pediatric Dental Care Experts

Ansleycolton14 Nov, 2025Business

Tense shoulders, clenched jaws and last-minute tears are common signs before a dental visit. Kids may ask repeat questions, avoid getting in the car or complain of stomach aches. In the chair, they might freeze, kick or refuse to open their mouth. These reactions are protective, not defiant. Naming the feeling (“You’re worried about the noise”) reduces fear.