Children and adults can be scared of the dentist, a fear known as Odontophobia. However, if you can reassure children early on it is likely they will grow up with a sense of confidence around going to the dentist and thus live a much healthier life.

Follow the link below to see a video for children that are visting the dentist, this video may help put their fears at rest as it shows what happens at the dentist.

There is also a article attached with more information.