When should my child first visit the dentist? To set up your child for a lifetime of healthy smiles, your child's first visit to the dentist should be no later than their first birthday. We call this first visit a "well baby checkup." The key is giving your child a pleasant first meeting with the dentist. Don't let a dental emergency be their first experience! A baby's first teeth will appear at or around six months after birth. By their first birthday, they will have their f