Hearing that your child needs a root canal can feel overwhelming, but with the right preparation, the procedure can be smooth and stress-free. At Elite Dental Clinic, Dr. Sujit Bangera ensures every child receives gentle, reassuring, and painless care. Here are simple tips to help your child feel confident and ready.
1. Use Simple, Positive Language
Explain things calmly and avoid scary words.
Say something like: “The doctor will clean your tooth to make it strong again.”
This helps reduce fear.
2. Tell Them What to Expect
Kids relax when they know the steps:
- a comfy dental chair
- gentle numbing
- the tooth being “cleaned and fixed”
- no pain — just light pressure
Reassurance makes a big difference.
3. Stay Calm Yourself
Children pick up on your emotions.
If you stay relaxed and encouraging, they will feel safe too.
4. Bring a Comfort Item
A favourite toy, blanket, or headphones can help your child feel more secure during the visit.
5. Explain the Benefits
Let them know the treatment will:
- stop the toothache
- help them chew better
- protect their smile
Kids cooperate better when they understand why it’s needed.
6. Do a Fun Practice Session
Pretend to be at the dentist at home.
A playful “practice visit” makes the real appointment feel familiar.
7. Prepare Soft Foods for Later
Have gentle foods ready for after the appointment — yogurt, mashed potatoes, soups, smoothies. This keeps them comfortable as numbness fades.
8. Avoid Negative Phrases
Don’t say “It might hurt” or “Be brave.”
These create fear. Keep messages positive and simple.
9. Praise and Reward Them
A small treat, sticker, or fun activity helps your child feel proud and confident for future visits.
10. Choose a Child-Friendly Dental Team
Dr. Sujit Bangera uses gentle techniques and a calming approach to make root canal treatment safe and stress-free for kids. Parents can feel fully reassured.
With the right preparation and a caring dental team, children handle root canals far better than expected. At Elite Dental Clinic, your child’s comfort, confidence, and well-being always come first.
