The Berenstain Bears Visit the Dentist

A parent should reach for this book when their child is feeling anxious about an upcoming dental appointment, whether it's their first or they've developed a recent fear. The story follows Brother and Sister Bear as they go for a routine check-up. Sister has a wobbly baby tooth and Brother has a small cavity, allowing the book to cover multiple common dental scenarios. It walks children through the entire process: the waiting room, the special chair, the tools a dentist uses, a cleaning, and even a small filling. By demystifying the experience and showing the friendly, gentle nature of Dr. Bearson, the book directly addresses the fear of the unknown. It's a reassuring classic that normalizes dental visits and provides a script for parents to talk through the process with their child.