The book- "A Caterpillar at the Dentist"
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The author Dr. Shweta Ujaoney is a dentist who is passionate about working with kids and giving them a better dental experience.
Through her practice, she has found that kids not only love to learn about the dental gadgets, but also love to be active participants in dental treatment. "A Caterpillar at the dentist" offers a simple imaginative experience to a child to learn about dental tools and importance of getting a filling. |
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Two roads diverged in a wood and I - I took the one less traveled by, and that has made all the difference - Robert Frost
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About the book!
Ira is nervous about her dentist visit! She's never had a filling before. When Ira meets Zack, a talking caterpillar, in the dentist's waiting room, Zack knows just how to make her feel better. Zack will explain that the dentist's tools are simple, harmless objects used in everyday life. Through their imagination, Ira will learn to understand the nature and importance of getting a filling. |
"A Caterpillar at the Dentist" is a must-read for parents who want to help their child prepare for their first dental visit. It is a positive story that provides child-friendly language for the different parts of a dental visit and a positive reflection of the dental team along with the office setting and tools they use to keep kids' mouths healthy!
A great example of caring and collaboration with dental providers and families to maintain a healthy smile with keeps kids healthy and ready to learn! Dr. Tegwyn H. Brickhouse, DDS, PhD Children almost always dread visiting dentists due to anxiety and fear that may stem from parents, peers or other sources. This book would definitely help in eradicating such fears. It would not only boost the child's confidence for visiting a dentist, but would also make the child look forward to visiting one. I also congratulate Dr. Shweta Ujaoney immensely for coming up with this wonderful caterpillar story, which I believe is so beautiful and colorful for any child to read with keen interest. Dr. Paul Chalakkal, Pediatric Dentist, India Informative, innovative, and inspirational! We can almost identify with all the characters Dr. Hemant Kulkarni, MD Extremely well written and well illustrated! Very novel way to "prepare" kids and parents for a visit to the dentist. Dr. Manju Mamtani, MD “Informative, educational, and colorful are just some of the words that come to mind when describing A Caterpillar at the Dentist. Join Ira on a fun-filled adventure that thoroughly explains what a cavity is, how it is fixed, and what tools are used to fix it. As a registered dental hygienist, I truly feel this book will familiarize children with the dental office and ease dental anxiety because it is informative and explains things in such a vibrant and calming manner. It is a must-read for all young children.” Amanda Hann, Registered Dental Hygienist Little Ira has a cavity in her tooth, and she’s worried about seeing the Dentist. But when she visits Dr. U’s office, she makes a friend who gives her the inside scoop. Join Ira and Zack as they take a special tour of the Dentist’s office and meet all the fun characters who help Dr. U every day. Packed with information about tools and procedures, this bright book will be handy for any child visiting the Dentist. Dr. Pavi Raman, MD Loved the book. Will be a great read for all kids and parents. Dr. Jesal Rathod, MS, DNB (Plastic, Reconstructive and Cosmetic Surgery) Wonderfully put together with color popping kid friendly illustrations . I highly recommend to children of all ages before going to their first dental visit. Rupal Shah DMD |
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