EP 30: First Dental Visit

About this episode

This episode discusses how to make dental visits more comfortable for autistic children through trust and preparation.

A reminder for all of us: "Progress is not only about completing treatment, sometimes sitting comfortably on the chair is already a huge win" In this episode of Adapting Together Podcast, we sat down with Dr. Elaine Goh, a dentist and certified clinical hypnotherapist, to talk about how slowing down, building trust, and creating a safe environment can transform dental visits for children on the spectrum. We discussed: 🦷 How to prepare autistic children for dental visits 🦷 Reducing anxiety during appointments 🦷 The importance of early exposure and desensitization 🦷 What parents can do before, during, and after visits 🦷 Building trust instead of forcing compliance This episode is filled with practical strategies and heartfelt insights for families navigating dental care with autistic children. Whether you are a parent, caregiver, therapist, or educator, we hope this episode gives you practical ideas and reassurance that dental visits can become a safer and more positive experience over time.

People in this episode

Hosts: Carmen Loke, Gan Xin Yi, Kevin Neoh

Guest: Dr. Elaine Goh

Topics covered

• dental visits
• autism
• anxiety reduction
• trust building
• parenting strategies

Keywords

• dental care
• autistic children
• anxiety
• preparation
• desensitization
• parenting
• trust

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Adapting Together Podcast

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