Dental Veneers Changed My Life

Dental Veneers Changed My Life

It's Time For The Talk: How To Properly Tell Your Child That The Tooth Fairy Doesn't Exist

by Harold Coleman

Having to break the news to your child that the Tooth Fairy doesn't exist is part of growing up. Some children do not come to this conclusion on their own so it is up to you, as the parent, to break it to them gently. Because a child is so fragile when it comes to believing in magic and wonder, it is crucial that you know the proper way to tell them without breaking their trust. Below is a step-by-step guide on how to successfully talk to your child about the Tooth Fairy.

Let Them Come To You

Don't decided to just blurt out one day that the Tooth Fairy doesn't exist. This will only confuse your child and lead to hurt feelings. Instead, wait until your child is curious enough to come to you. When a child comes to you about the Tooth Fairy, it is because they are searching for the truth. They already have an idea that it doesn't exist and they just want to hear it from you. If your child has not asked you, chances are they are not ready to know the truth.

Explain The Significance

Once your child asks about the validity of the Tooth Fairy, sit down with them and explain that the Tooth Fairy isn't real. Explain that the Tooth Fairy was created to celebrate the important milestones in a child's life and to make them excited about losing teeth and growing up. This will help your child understand why you let them believe in the Tooth Fairy for so long.

Listen To Them

Though you may be picturing a dramatic scene of your child breaking down into a fitted rage of emotional mess after you break the news to them, this is very rarely the case. Yes, they might be a little bit disappointed and sad, but it won't be as extreme as you think. Listen to what your child has to say and watch for emotional ques. If they seem to be a little disappointed, let them know that the is normal and help them work through what they are feeling.

Offer Apology

The truth is, your child will probably feel a little betrayed because you let them believe in something that didn't exist for so long. It's acceptable to apologize to your child for doing that. Explain to them that you just wanted them to believe in a little magic and excitement and that you weren't trying to hurt them or lie to them.

Finding out the truth about the Tooth Fairy is just a part of growing up. Some children do not find out on their own. When your child goes to you to find the truth, following the steps listed above and the situation will turn out much better than you imagined.

For more help, contact a general dentist in your area.


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Dental Veneers Changed My Life

I have never liked my teeth. I had a lot of dental problems, including deep staining and oddly shaped teeth. Every tooth did not have the same shape, and some were rounded while others were more square. Not surprisingly, I never smiled in pictures and not even much in real life. This left people thinking I was mean before they even met me. My dentist told me my best bet to improve the look of my smile was a set of porcelain dental veneers. He said they could make all my teeth white and the same shape. I said I wanted them without any hesitation, and we scheduled my procedures. I love my new teeth, and they really did change my life. I created this blog to help other people living with teeth they don't like realize that they do have options that can improve their smiles and their lives.