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...
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....
