Dental experts recommend that parents bring their child for their first dental visit when the first baby tooth appears, usually around 6-12 months of age, or no later than their first birthday.
Early visits allow the dentist to assess dental and jaw development, advise parents on proper oral hygiene for children, and identify bad habits early — such as prolonged thumb-sucking or pacifier use — that can affect jaw development.
Regular follow-up visits (about every 6 months) help children become familiar with the dental clinic, reduce anxiety, and build good oral care habits from a young age.