Shelley Shearer: Fearful dental patients have more sedation options than ever to help defeat anxiety
Nervous at the thought of sitting in a dentist’s chair? Anxiety-ridden due to COVID-19 exhaustion? Millions of Americans share the…
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Shelley Shearer: The denture dilemma — what’s the best choice? least expensive? right for you?
Modern dentistry has provided consumers with more choices than ever before when it comes to dentures. Here’s some help as…
Shelley Shearer: The ongoing homeschooling class — the never-ending one of dental hygiene for your kids
Many Kentucky parents sighed a collective sound of relief when they learned their homeschooling sessions were about to end for…
Shelley Shearer: Kentucky’s dental offices of the future are here — take a peek at the safe ‘new normal’
As Governor Beshear digests information from a state task force, the American Dental Association and national health organizations, restrictions on…
Shelley Shearer: How to enjoy Valentine’s Day without those red tooth-stain worries
As we approach Valentine’s Day, we think of red hearts, chocolate-covered cherries, boxes of assorted chocolates and red wine to…
Shelley Shearer: Oral cancer may be more common than you think; self-check and consult your dentist
There are nearly 50,000 new cases of oral cancer in the United States each year, accounting for three percent of…
Shelley Shearer: Trick or treat but set limits so you protect your teeth given all that candy around
This year, before your Baby Sharks, Stranger Things characters and Fionas are ready to rush out the door the second…
Shelley Shearer: Tips for parents on creative back-to-school dental routines (and pack healthy lunches)
Routine. That’s the key to a successful start of the school year. While you establish set schedules for bedtime, homework…
Shelley Shearer: These aren’t your father’s dentures; they may be necessary and, today, they look natural
Just like cars, television and beer, dentures have dramatically changed since Pop’s heyday. Dentures used to be jagged, ill-fitting, uncomfortable…
Shelley Shearer: The A.B.C.’s of caring for your baby’s teeth; start good, healthy habits early
One of the biggest decisions new parents face is when a baby should first see a dentist. Should it be…
Shelley Shearer: Stop fearing the dentist — anxiety shouldn’t prevent you from proper preventive care
Each year severe fear and anxiety prevent millions of Americans from seeking proper preventive dental care. The consequences of this…
Shelley Shearer, DMD: For the perfect holiday gift — what about giving a new smile?
Looking for a memorable holiday gift? How about the gift of a new smile? Seriously, most people know of a…
Shelley Shearer: Consider all your options for accidental front tooth loss when accidents happen
Accidents happen. You fall face down and demolish a tooth. Standing a little too close to your slugger boyfriend at…
Shelley Shearer: All jokes aside, a root canal is not awful and is better than getting abducted by aliens
You’ve heard the jokes for years such as, “I’d rather be abducted by aliens than have a root canal.” Dentists…
Dental Health: February is the month to aquaint kids early with the dentist; here are some tips to start
By Shelley Shearer, D.M.D. Special to NKyTribune This month you can show affection for your kids with a box of…