This series of videos titled ‘Don’t be Afraid’ step logically through a successful dental visit with preschool-aged children in a clinical environment. Case studies illustrate practical techniques and approaches in action.
Practicing oral health professionals also provide their own unique tips, ideas and insights.
Please click on the links below to view and download the videos.
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 Video part 1
[WMV, 37 MB - 5 mins] | | Video part 2
[WMV, 33 MB - 6 mins] | | Video part 3
[WMV, 13 MB - 3 mins] |
- Introduction
- Child development
- Practitioner’s qualities
| | - The role of the team
- A successful consultation
- The greeting
| | - Preliminary chat
- Preliminary explanation
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Video part 4
[WMV, 81 MB - 13 mins] | | Video part 5
[WMV, 39 MB - 6 mins] | | Video part 6
[WMV, 25 MB - 4 mins] |
- Examination and treatment planning
| | | | - The dismissal
- Putting it into practice
- Acknowledgements
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© Dental Health Services Victoria
High rates of oral disease continue to be a significant burden for preschool-aged children and their families. It is important that we intervene early and positively to reduce this burden.
Dental Health Services Victoria (DHSV) recommends that a child first visits the dentist at 12 months of age. Oral health practitioners can use these early visits to create a positive oral health experience for both child and parent. It is also an ideal opportunity to provide valuable preventative advice and treatment that will promote better oral health throughout life.
For further information and advice regarding issues and strategies presented in these videos or to purchase a full copy of the DVD, please email healthpromotion@dhsv.org.au or call on (03) 9341 1203.