We took ours around the one-year mark, and honestly, I think there's some value in going earlier rather than later. True, the dentist didn't do much more than glance around and give some basic advice, but it helped us catch an early enamel issue we wouldn't have noticed ourselves. Framing it positively definitely helps, but sometimes getting in early can spot things before they become bigger headaches down the road... just my two cents from experience.
We went around 10 months because, honestly, I was stressing myself out reading horror stories online about cavities in toddlers. 😅 I know, I know... Dr. Google is never your friend, right? But seriously, even though the dentist didn't find anything major, it really eased my anxiety to have someone professional take a quick look and reassure me things were on track. Plus, she gave us some tips on brushing techniques that I hadn't even thought about.
I totally agree with you about catching things early—better safe than sorry, especially when it comes to teeth. I mean, enamel issues or tiny cavities can escalate pretty quickly, and I'd rather deal with a quick check-up than a full-blown dental drama later on. Maybe I'm overly cautious, but hey, peace of mind counts for something too.
