EXAMPLE GUIDE
Dentist visit social story
Use this example as a starting point. The best story is one that reflects your child’s real visit, familiar people and sensory supports.
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Watch how easy it is to create a personalised dentist visit social story using the Lion mAIn Visual Stories app, featuring Liam the Lion as your child’s guide.
Make it feel like your child’s story
Before you create your story think about…
These prompts help parents add the right details before creating a personalised version.
Who is going?
Mum, Dad, grandparent, carer, teacher or support person?
What might feel hard?
The light, waiting, sounds, taste, touch, sitting still or opening their mouth?
What helps?
Sunglasses, headphones, a toy, a visual timer, a break card or sitting close?
What happens after?
Leaving the chair, choosing a sticker, going home or doing something familiar?
Ready to make it personal?
Create a visual story with your child’s name, familiar people, sensory details and coping choices — so they can see what’s coming before the day arrives.
This resource is general information only and is not medical, dental or therapeutic advice. If your child has significant anxiety, sensory needs or medical concerns, consider speaking with your child’s dentist or allied health professional.