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Many experts suggest that when it comes to visiting the dentist for the first time, early screening is best. Some pediatricians recommend taking your child as soon as their first birthday. Others say no less than six months after their first tooth arrives. The...

Up to 16% of children have a fear of the dentist. If your child has fears of going to the dentist, you might be wondering what options you have to make them more cooperative and comfortable. Sedation dentistry could be the answer you're looking for. But what is...

Nearly 3.5 billion people around the world suffer at least one oral disease. That makes oral diseases extremely common, with untreated dental caries in permanent teeth the most common health condition today. The disease affects 550 million children with milk teeth....

Dental anxiety or fear of the dentist is common in young children and adults alike. When children are born, they begin seeing a pediatrician. They won't visit the dentist until they're older. This gap can create fear and anxiety about visiting a new place or being...

About 13.2% of children between the ages of 5 and 19 have untreated dental caries. Only 85.9% have visited a dentist in the past year. You might want to schedule an appointment with your Nicholasville pediatric dentist. Annual appointments will ensure you catch small...

Accidents happen, especially when kids are involved. In fact, about 20% of the world's population experiences trauma to their teeth. Oral diseases affect about 3.5 billion people, too. In fact, untreated tooth decay in permanent teeth is the most common health...

The average child gets their first tooth between the ages of 6 months and 12 months. Dental care should begin immediately and not be neglected. This blog post from a Nicholasville pediatric dentist will go over a few things you should instill in your child from a...

The gift of a beautiful smile will last your child a lifetime. Sometimes those smiles require a little extra work. Sedation dentistry can be beneficial if your child is afraid of going to the dentist.  Sedation dentistry is an option to provide safe, pain-free...

Are you trying to decide if it's time for your little one to have their first dentist visit?  Pediatric dentistry is a specific kind of dentistry that's focused on children. Any good pediatric dentist will tell you that the sooner your child gets a dental checkup, the...

Your child’s first dental visit doesn’t have to be frightening. Preparing your child for their pediatric dentistry appointment is all about information and positivity. With these tips and suggestions, we know you can help make your child’s first experience with...