by Wheeler Pediatric Dentistry | Sep 3, 2022 | Pediatric Dentistry
More than 3.5 billion people worldwide suffer from dental and oral problems, but that doesn’t mean your child has to be one of them. Some dental problems don’t need to be treated right away, but others may be dental emergencies and may need immediate care....
by Wheeler Pediatric Dentistry | Aug 1, 2022 | Pediatric Dentistry
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...
by Wheeler Pediatric Dentistry | Jun 14, 2022 | Pediatric Dentistry
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...
by Wheeler Pediatric Dentistry | May 11, 2022 | Pediatric Dentistry
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...
by Wheeler Pediatric Dentistry | Mar 30, 2022 | Pediatric Dentistry
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...
by Wheeler Pediatric Dentistry | Feb 18, 2022 | Pediatric Dentistry
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...