Visits: The easier parents approach a trip to the dentist, the less likely the child will have anxiety and the more likely that the child will cooperate with the dentist. Parents should tell children about the appointment before they leave and treat it like it is an additional errand that is needed. Parents should tell children that everyone with good teeth should have routine checkups. Never express any personal anxieties they may have about dental care to the child, and under any circumstances mention the words; "shot", "pain" or "discomfort".