by Wheeler Pediatric Dentistry | Oct 22, 2020 | Pediatric Dentistry
Tooth decay is one of the most common health problems among children and young adults ages 6 to 19. This fact is particularly staggering when you consider that cavities are absolutely preventable! By promoting proper oral hygiene and choosing among the great dentists...
by Wheeler Pediatric Dentistry | Sep 21, 2020 | Pediatric Dentistry
A large study assessing dental phobia found that 49.4% of participants suffered from a fear of dental treatment. Though this assessment looked at adults, this fear often begins early in childhood. It sounds almost unnatural to allow a person to go inside your mouth...
by Wheeler Pediatric Dentistry | Sep 1, 2020 | Pediatric Dentistry
Teaching your child the proper flossing technique can seem like a daunting task. After all, in a recent survey, only 16% of people said they flossed daily. Flossing is not the most exciting thing in the world—that much is true. But having a clean mouth can feel nice,...
by Wheeler Pediatric Dentistry | Aug 3, 2020 | Pediatric Dentistry
Did you know that 20% of children aged 5-11 years will have at least an untreated decayed tooth? Don’t let this happen to your kid! Bringing your child to the dentist helps a lot in improving their dental health. It reinforces positive habits that can stay with them...
by Wheeler Pediatric Dentistry | Jul 30, 2020 | Pediatric Dentistry
Did you know that 13% of untreated cavities are found in children and young adults, ages 2-19? Cavities are also the most common chronic illness found in children and young adults between the ages of 6 to 19. While cavities are pretty common and can be simple to...
by Ky Tooth Fairy | May 26, 2020 | Pediatric Dentistry
With soccer games, school plays, and family obligations, it can be easy to think about skipping your child’s twice a year dental check-ups. It may seem like a lot of time with the dentist, but those regular exams benefit you and your kids in many ways. Many oral...
