When you see pics of your favorite stars, do you ever wonder how these men and women can project such perfection? Can ordinary Columbus folks ever achieve anything approaching celebrity-caliber attractiveness? When it comes to beautiful smiles, the answer is a resounding “Yes!” There many effective cosmetic dentistry procedures available that can produce compelling results.…
Cosmetic Dentistry
What You Need To Know About Oral Cancer

During routine dental examinations, your dentist may look for signs of oral cancer. Oral cancer refers to cancers in the tongue, mouth, lips, jaw, and throat. Many Upper Arlington dental patients don’t realize the seriousness of oral cancer. The American Cancer Society estimates that over 39,000 people will get oral cancer this year.1 Consider this…
What’s The Difference Between An Inlay And An Onlay?

If you have tooth sensitivity or pain when you chew with your back teeth, the surfaces may be damaged. One option for restoration is the use of an inlay or onlay made of metal, composite resin, or porcelain. Inlays are very strong and shaped to precisely fit a hole in a damaged tooth. The choice…
Teen Teeth: Adolescent Oral Health

If you are a teenager or the parent of a teenager, today’s Mark A. Miely DDS post is for you. Today’s post discusses dental issues of special concern to adolescents. Dental risks for Upper Arlington teens include both developmental and lifestyle-related factors. At Mark A. Miely DDS, we see decay and gum disease far too…
Captivate Audiences Once Again

Hello Upper Arlington! Remember when being a toothless five-year-old captivated friends and family? When a lisp was considered adorable and endearing? Doesn’t really work for adults. Toothless smiles are awkward and lisps can make you self-conscious. But your days of enticing delighted looks and commanding a conversation may not be gone forever—even if you have…
Mark A. Miely DDS Patients Have A Choice In Dental Fillings

With all the talk in Columbus of multi-procedure smile makeovers involving veneers, porcelain crowns, bridges, teeth whitening, dental implants, and invisible braces, sometimes the traditional dental filling is overlooked. If a cavity progresses no further than a filling, Ohio cosmetic dental patients can avoid more extensive and invasive treatments. Today, let’s talk about dental fillings.…
What Can Dental Veneers Do For Your Smile?

Hello, and welcome to our Mark A. Miely DDS cosmetic dentistry blog. Today we are taking the time to answer a common question that many dental patients have. The question is, “What exactly are veneers and how are they used in cosmetic dentistry?” Porcelain Veneers Give Your Teeth a Makeover Veneers are thin shells made…
Brush Up On Your Cavity Basics

Mark A. Miely DDS patients use the word “cavity” often when discussing oral health practices. Along with teeth whitening and other cosmetic dentistry procedures, cavities are a hot topic. At Mark A. Miely DDS we think it’s great that people in the Columbus area are so conscious of their teeth, and we feel that having…
Creating Beautiful Smiles At Mark A. Miely DDS

I am glad you found our blog! I’m Mark Miely, DDS, of Mark A. Miely DDS, a full-service dental practice in Upper Arlington. I am a proud member of the American Society of Dental Anesthesiologists. My profession is dentistry, but my passion is providing superior and affordable Upper Arlington dental care for my patients. I…
A Beautiful Smile is Timeless

Every stage of life has its advantages and disadvantages. For example, in our golden years, we may enjoy traveling, more free time and grandchildren. However, most Upper Arlington retirees do not welcome wrinkles, limited mobility or dental dilemmas. Fortunately, your smile can be healthy and beautiful throughout your life. With cosmetic and restorative dentistry, you…