Getting Braces

PARENTS PREPARE YOUR CHILD WITH AUTISM FOR GETTING BRACES!

Getting braces can feel unfamiliar or overwhelming for children and teens. This Getting Braces social story kit provides a simple, positive, and visual way to help children understand what to expect before, during, and after getting braces. It can help reduce anxiety, increase understanding, and build confidence for a new dental experience. This resource is especially helpful for children with autism and other developmental differences who benefit from social stories, visual supports, predictable routines, and positive reinforcement.

The following is included in your purchase:

• Getting Braces social story that explains the steps involved in getting braces.
• I Did a Great Job Getting My Braces celebratory social story that can be read to the child after the braces are put on. It also explains how to take care of their new braces.
• Visual mini schedule to show the child during the procedure so they know what is next.
• Picture cards for the child to communicate what they need (break, sunglasses, and headphones)
• How to Care For My Braces Visual that can be posted in the house to remind the child how to care for their braces.
• First/Then Board a positive tool to reward the child after attending appointments or when taking care of their braces.
• Stickers and Sticker Chart that can be used to reinforce the child’s behavior during and after the procedure.
• Implementation Guide on how to use the stories, visuals, and stickers.
• Tips on making getting braces easier.

Great For:

• Children with autism or other developmental differences
• Children and teens who are nervous about getting braces
• Parents and caregivers preparing for an orthodontic appointment
• Preparing for a first orthodontic visit or braces appointment
• Reducing anxiety around unfamiliar dental procedures
• Supporting children who benefit from visual schedules and predictable routines

All Positively Prepared stories are written using positive language and simple illustrations/words to reduce visual clutter and increase understanding.

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