Mom: Hello, Doctor! This is my daughter, Emma. It’s her first time here.
Dentist: Hi, Emma! Welcome! How are you today?
Emma: I’m good! I’m a little nervous, though.
Mom: That’s okay, sweetheart. The dentist will make sure you feel comfortable.
Dentist: Don’t worry, Emma. We’re just going to count your teeth today and make sure they’re healthy. You’ll be just fine!
Emma: Okay, but does it hurt?
Dentist: No, it won’t hurt. You might feel a little tickling or pressure, but it’s not painful. Have you been brushing your teeth well at home?
Emma: I brush my teeth every morning and night!
Mom: She’s been doing a great job! We use a fun toothbrush and toothpaste.
Dentist: That’s great! Keep it up, Emma. Now, let me take a look at your teeth.
Emma: Okay, I’m ready!
Dentist: You have beautiful teeth, Emma! No cavities, just a little plaque that we can clean.
Mom: That’s such good news, right, Emma?
Emma: Yes! I’m glad I don’t have any cavities!
Dentist: You’re doing an awesome job taking care of your teeth, Emma. Keep brushing and flossing, and you’ll have a bright smile!
Mom: Thank you, Doctor! We’ll make sure to keep up with our routine.
Dentist: You’re welcome! See you in six months for your next check-up, Emma!
Emma: See you, Doctor!
VOCABULARY LIST
Dentist [ˈdɛntɪst] (noun) – A doctor who takes care of your teeth.
- Example: “The dentist will check your teeth today.”
Teeth [tiːθ] (noun) – The hard, white objects in your mouth that help you chew food.
- Example: “Make sure to brush your teeth twice a day.”
Cavities [ˈkævɪtiz] (noun) – Holes in your teeth caused by decay.
- Example: “If you don’t brush properly, you can get cavities.”
Plaque [plæk] (noun) – A sticky film of bacteria on your teeth.
- Example: “Brushing and flossing helps remove plaque from your teeth.”
Brush [brʌʃ] (verb) – To clean with a brush, usually your teeth with a toothbrush.
- Example: “It’s important to brush your teeth every morning and night.”
Flossing [flɒsɪŋ] (verb) – Cleaning between your teeth with string (floss).
- Example: “Flossing helps remove food between your teeth.”
Tickling [ˈtɪkəlɪŋ] (noun) – A light touch that makes you laugh or feel funny.
- Example: “The dentist’s tool might tickle your teeth when cleaning them.”
Routine [ruːˈtiːn] (noun) – A regular way of doing things.
- Example: “Having a good brushing routine is important for healthy teeth.”
Comfortable [ˈkʌmfərtəbl] (adjective) – Feeling relaxed and at ease.
- Example: “The dentist will make sure you are comfortable.”
Check-up [ˈʧɛkʌp] (noun) – A regular visit to a doctor or dentist to make sure everything is healthy.
- Example: “It’s time for your regular dental check-up.”
Tickling [ˈtɪkəlɪŋ] (noun) – The feeling caused by a light touch, which may make you laugh.
- Example: “The dentist’s tool might feel like a tickle on your teeth.”
Bright smile [braɪt smaɪl] (noun) – A healthy, shiny, and beautiful smile.
Example: “Keep brushing and you’ll have a bright smile!”
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Dentist: Hi, ! Welcome! How are you today?
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Dentist: No, it won’t hurt. You might feel a little or pressure, but it’s not painful.
Emma: I brush my teeth every and night!
Dentist: That’s great! Keep it up, Emma. Now, let me take a at your teeth.
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Emma: Yes! I’m glad I don’t have any !
Dentist: You’re doing an awesome job taking care of your teeth, Emma. Keep and flossing, and you’ll have a bright smile!
Mom: Thank you, Doctor! We’ll make sure to keep up with our .
Dentist: You’re welcome! See you in six months for your next , Emma!
Emma: See you, Doctor!