Prevention is better than cure! That’s how the old saying goes, and it’s certainly true in the case of dentistry for children. The CDC estimates that around 13.2% of children aged 5-19 have untreated dental cavities – but that doesn’t have to...
Every year, there are about two million emergency room dental visits. If your child needs an emergency pediatric dentist, it helps to know where to go ahead of time. Otherwise, you might struggle to find dentist options available when you need one most. Here are seven...
Cavities/tooth decay is one of the most common diseases of childhood in the country. More than half of children between the ages of 6 and 8 have suffered from at least one cavity. Receiving proper dental hygiene care is essential for preventing cavities and...
Did you know that 12% of the population suffers not only from dental anxiety but from serious dental fear? Whether your child has dental anxiety or dental fear, it can be difficult to get them to the Nicholasville pediatric dentist. Not only can it be difficult to get...
Sticky candies, sugary foods and drinks, and other junk foods are most likely at the top of your children’s favorite-foods list. We know how much our children love these kinds of goodies, but foods, snacks, and candies high in sugar can cause damage to teeth and...
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...
