by Wheeler Pediatric Dentistry | Jan 14, 2022 | Pediatric Dentistry
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...
by Wheeler Pediatric Dentistry | Dec 16, 2021 | Pediatric Dentistry
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...
by Wheeler Pediatric Dentistry | Nov 18, 2021 | Pediatric Dentistry
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....
by Wheeler Pediatric Dentistry | Oct 13, 2021 | Pediatric Dentistry
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...
by Wheeler Pediatric Dentistry | Sep 22, 2021 | Pediatric Dentistry
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...
by Wheeler Pediatric Dentistry | Aug 18, 2021 | Pediatric Dentistry
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...