Brews and Tiny Teeth, The Unfiltered Pediatric Dentistry Podcast
Dealing with Helicopter Moms, with Dr. Greg Psaltis
Jan 30, 2024
In this enlightening chat, Dr. Greg Psaltis, a recently retired pediatric dentist with 40 years of experience and a sought-after speaker on behavior management, shares his wisdom. He dives into how parenting styles, especially helicopter parenting, have shifted over the years. Tips for managing overprotective parents are offered, emphasizing the importance of listening and balance. Dr. Psaltis also recounts how behavior management has evolved in dental settings, fostering trust and comfort to enhance children’s dental experiences.
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- Dr. Psaltis highlights the shift in parenting styles from authoritative techniques to a more collaborative approach, complicating behavior management.
- Effective communication and boundary setting are crucial when navigating the challenges posed by helicopter parents in pediatric dentistry.
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Changing Dynamics in Pediatric Dentistry
The podcast discusses the evolution of behavior management in pediatric dentistry over the decades, highlighting changes in parent behavior and expectations. Dr. Greg Saltis, a seasoned pediatric dentist, reflects on how parenting styles have shifted significantly since he started his career in the late 1970s. He notes that the authoritative approach once prevalent has transitioned to a more collaborative, but often challenging, dynamic, with parents frequently exhibiting more anxiety about their children's dental experiences. This change has necessitated a more nuanced understanding of both child and parent behavior in practice to ensure positive patient outcomes.
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