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1. Healthy Treats

Surprise them with their favorite mom-approved treats once they’re all done with the dentist. You can keep their teeth feeling clean with healthy snacks like fresh fruits, cheese sticks, and hummus. For something on the sweeter side, treat them to a small frozen yogurt instead of ice cream. Who needs super surgery snacks when they’ve got supermom?

2. Fresh Air

Nothing beats fresh air after some time in the dentist’s chair. Take them to the playground for well-deserved fun in the sun. Let them run around safely in the backyard while you knock out your to-do list at home. Or simply take a short walk together to stretch out those legs before getting them back to school.

3. Movie Night

After a successful trip to the dentist, an easy and relaxing night at home is just what the doctor ordered. That’s right, movie night! Let your mini-me choose the show and fill the living room with their stuffed animal friends. When you get the whole family together to celebrate your child’s oral health, everybody wins.

4. A Smiley Prize

Your child deserves a smiley prize for being so brave. So reward your star patient with a cool, colorful sticker. Bring a new book to bedtime—try one about going to the dentist! Or let them pick out a brand new toothbrush to keep them excited about healthy habits. It doesn’t have to take much time or money. Anything that says “you did great!” will do the trick.

5. Quality Time With Mom

Whatever you do to keep them smiling on the big day, the most important thing is that you do it together. Make some memorable moments for just the two of you, like sing-a-longs on the car ride to the dentist or silly selfies in the waiting room. Trust us: They will love getting some special one-on-one time with mom.