A first check-up is usually advised after the first teeth appear, around age 1. The first visit is an introduction, not treatment.
Avoid words like "it will hurt". Stay calm, explain in simple words what will happen, and encourage cooperation with the dentist.
Baby teeth also need care: losing them too early can affect how permanent teeth come in.
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