When we are young, we feel powerful. We think we will live forever, and we know more than our parents. As we age, we soon find that invincibility fades, forever isn’t as long as we thought, and we begin to appreciate the collective wisdom of those who have gone before us. Since you have probably…
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Tooth Whitening: What The ADA Has To Say

When a cosmetic dentistry procedure becomes popular, it’s natural to want to experience the dramatic results for yourself. However, responsible dental patients should know what the American Dental Association has to say regarding common cosmetic dentistry procedures such as teeth whitening. The ADA advises patients to meet with their dentist before starting any bleaching regimen.…
The ADA: Promoting Dental Health Since 1859

Hello, thank you for visiting the Mark A. Miely DDS blog. I’m Doctor Mark Miely. Along with my fantastic team, I have been providing quality dental care since 1983. Today’s message is about the American Dental Association. You have probably seen the ADA insignia on toothpaste and floss—but what else do you know about this…
5 Reasons To Choose Cosmetic Dentistry

When was the last time you looked into the mirror? Were you totally satisfied with what you saw? If the answer is, “Not really,” then you may want to check out these 5 great reasons to meet with your Columbus dentist about cosmetic dentistry procedures. 1. The first reason is that a little cosmetic dentistry…
Can I Objectively Evaluate My Smile?

It is no secret that a beautiful, pleasing, healthy smile can be your most admired physical attribute. After all, people notice your smile first thing. How do you know if your smile is detracting from your appearance? Beauty is in the eye of the beholder; if you look at your smile in the mirror and…
Do Whitestrips Work?

If you have visited the toothpaste aisle at your Upper Arlington grocery store, you have probably noticed dozens of products that claim to whiten your teeth. A few years ago, the only over-the-counter tooth whitening options in Columbus were whitening toothpaste and Crest Whitestrips. Now there is a wide variety of products at every drugstore…
What’s The Latest With Veneers?

One of the improvements in cosmetic dentistry is prepless veneers. Though thousands of smile restoration patients who have received conventional veneers are happy with the results, some dental patients have delayed this procedure because they do not want to lose healthy tooth structure. Veneers Have Advanced Prepless veneers are a more conservative procedure for transforming…
Mark A. Miely DDS: A Reason To Smile

Hello, friends of Mark A. Miely DDS! If you haven’t visited our blog in a while, we welcome you back. It has been a phenomenal month at our practice. We continue to achieve incredible results with our precision smile makeovers. If you have never seen our photo gallery of actual dentistry smile makeover patients, you…
Will a Dental Implant Cause a Problem With Airport Security?

Airport security checks might be necessary, but they can be a major annoyance. Emptying your pockets. Pulling your laptop out of your carry-on. Taking your shoes off. Some individuals considering whether to get an implant may wonder if it will affect airport security. Let’s answer the questions typically asked about dental implants and airport security.…
Love Your Smile

There is nothing like bright white teeth that light up a person’s whole face when they smile and laugh. No one has to settle for dull, yellow teeth. This is a great time for Columbus men, women, and teens to get deep teeth cleaning and tooth whitening at Mark A. Miely DDS in Upper Arlington. With…