A preschooler coming for her first dental visit will experience which basic type of fear?

The tight bond between parent and child at this early stage of emotional development is reflected in a strong sense of "separation anxiety" in the child when separated from the parent. If it is necessary to provide dental treatment at an early age, it usually is preferable to do so with the parent present and, if possible, while the child is being held by one of the parent. Note: Stone and church’s classification             Infants – upto 15 months of age             Toddler – 15months – 2 years of age             Preschooler – 2-6 years of age             Middle year chld – 6-12 years of age             Adolescent – 12years till maturity.