Nervous about an upcoming dental procedure? The team at Mark A. Miely DDS in Upper Arlington Ohio has 6 ways you can prepare yourself mentally, emotionally, and physically before your big dental day. First, remember Dr. Mark A. Miely is trained to provide the best care and comfort possible. Second, take some time to relax…
Dental health
Better and Better: The Future of Implants
Categories: Dental health, Dental implants
Dentists are always reminding their patients to brush and floss their teeth. It’s the best way to ensure healthy teeth and gums. But at Mark A. Miely DDS in Upper Arlington, we know that in spite of everyone’s best efforts, some of our patients are going to lose a tooth. When that happens, we recommend…
Get On Top Of Your To-Do List
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
Is it time to get your life back in order? Maybe you’ve let certain things slide: things like refilling a prescription, changing your furnace filter, getting your oil changed – or make a dental appointment with Mark A. Miely DDS in Upper Arlington Ohio. If you’ve been pushing dental work onto the back burner, maybe…
Between-Meal Cleaning
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
At Mark A. Miely DDS in Upper Arlington Ohio, we constantly remind our patients to brush and floss their teeth. And most of our patients take that advice to heart. But what are you supposed to do in the middle of the day? You’re out and about, and your usual stuff – that favorite toothpaste,…
Don’t Bite The Dentist!
Do you find that biting down hard is painful or awkward? At Mark A. Miely DDS in Upper Arlington Ohio, there are ways to find the source of the problem and there are ways to make it right. Just don’t bite the dentist! Painful chewing can be due to a damaged tooth, missing teeth, or…
Dr. Mark Miely DDS Takes Care Of Plaque, Calculus, And Cavities
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
In this blog post from Mark A. Miely DDS in Upper Arlington Ohio, we would like to clarify the differences between plaque, calculus, and cavities. Plaque is a film that covers teeth – a sticky layer of bacteria. You should remove plaque with daily brushing and flossing. If it isn’t removed it can build up and…
Improving Smiles with Cosmetic Dentistry
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental health
Cosmetic dentistry is really coming into its own. Trend-watchers say that more and more people are choosing it every day to improve their smiles, with the procedures that are available at Mark A. Miely DDS in Upper Arlington. We all want to look our best. But cosmetic dentistry isn’t just about vanity; it is good…
Ignoring It Won’t Make It Go Away
Are you suffering with a toothache, but ignoring the pain? Do you chew on one side of your mouth to avoid your sensitive teeth? Have you stopped drinking hot and cold beverages to alleviate the discomfort? Dental pain is like an unpaid speeding ticket, ignoring it won’t make it go away, but the dentist can…
Don’t Put Off Your Dental Exam
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
No matter what age you are, as long as you have teeth, dental exams are a key practice for keeping your smile healthy and beautiful! At Mark A. Miely DDS in Upper Arlington Ohio, we like to see our patients every six months. It’s the best way to stay on top of your dental health.…
Beware Of Hidden Sugar
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
At Dr. Mark Miely DDS in Upper Arlington Ohio, we tell our patients to watch their sugar intake to prevent cavities and other health troubles. If you are trying to de-sugar your diet, you are probably skipping the usual suspects: candy, soda, and baked treats. But not all sugar is as recognizable as the frosting…
