Module 2 | Social Dental Story: For Children


There are many ways to use the modules. You can use the social dental stories only. These contain a story about what is going to happen and many of the sounds that you might hear. Each module also has a summary of the kit pieces that are used in the module. This is the “homework” that is best done at home so that you are ready for your appointment at the dental office. The virtual tour videos can be played over and over to help prepare the patient. There are 360 videos that let a patient see what it would look like if they were in the dental chair and other videos that let a patient see what it looks like to see another person in the chair. If you turn the 360 videos too far towards the edges, the picture can look funny and be distorted. The videos are useful for caregivers, family members and the patient themselves. Select what is right for you.

Hi! Welcome back!

I’m Happy Tooth and today we are going to see what happens inside a dental clinic.

I’m so excited!

 

Today we are going to visit the dental clinic. This is what the clinic space looks like.

The hygienist will give you a special bib. This will protect your clothes. The dentist or hygienist might wear a mask and gloves, too! And now you are ready to go for a ride!

This is what the chair sounds like:

You will be asked to sit in a special chair. The chair leans back as though you are lying down to rest with your head on a pillow. A good place to put your hands is on your tummy.

There is a light shining down on the chair. It is like a big flash light and it lights up your teeth to make them easy to see. First, the light will shine on your tummy, so you can see how it works! You’ve done a great job sitting in the chair and getting ready for your check-up!

Congratulations!