Many patients have discovered the benefits of anxiety-free dentistry (sometimes called sleep dentistry). There are three main varieties of sedation options available in the Columbus area: Inhalation Nitrous Oxide, sometimes called ‘laughing gas‘ has been used in cosmetic dental offices for over a century, because, in many ways, it is a perfect sedative. It begins…
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Avoid Bone Deterioration Following Extraction

Hello friends of Mark A. Miely DDS! In today’s post, we will talk about jaw bone health. Those tooth roots are important! To remain healthy and strong, your jaw bone needs to be consistently stimulated by the pressure of chewing, biting, and talking. Each tooth has a root structure the extends into the surrounding bone…
Is Sedation Dentistry Safe?

There are numerous misconceptions about conscious sedation. Let’s set the record straight about an important dental service. Myth #1: With Sedation Dentistry, You Are Completely Unconscious Some anxious dental patients are not only afraid of receiving treatment; they also fear the thought of not being in control. At Mark A. Miely DDS, we offer different levels of…
Everything You Never Wanted To Know About Saliva

Today we are going to review the complexity and importance of your saliva. This typically yucky substance is, in reality, a finely balanced body fluid that not only maintains dental health but also assists in the digestion of your food. So, without further ado, here are the main components of saliva. 1. Water. No surprise…
Avoid These 5 Smile Wreckers

We hope today’s post will alert blog visitors to some harmful oral health threats. At Mark A. Miely DDS, too often, we treat tooth decay and damage caused by the following: 1. Sports Injuries Many parents send their kids out on the playing field with a mouthguard but fail to protect themselves when they participate…
Regular Cleanings And Heart Health

Visiting Mark A. Miely DDS in Upper Arlington for semiannual dental checkups and cleanings can seem inconvenient and unnecessary at times. But you may benefit in ways you never anticipated. A recent study showed that people who had their teeth professionally cleaned at least once every two years were 24 percent less likely to have…
Professional Teeth Whitening In Upper Arlington

A brilliant smile leaves a lasting impression. Professional teeth whitening can dramatically improve your overall appearance and give you a boost in self-confidence. Our teeth often turn yellow or gray as we age. The things we eat and drink continually such as colored sodas, coffee and red wine exacerbate the staining. Most people are aware…
Use Five Fingers For Quick And Healthy Flossing

Today’s message is for smart kids who want to make flossing a habit. Here are 5 flossing steps made so easy you can tick them off one finger at a time thanks to Mark A. Miely DDS, on the web at https://www.markamielydds.com. Thumbkin: Thumb to Chest Reminder Thumb to chest can remind me that this…
Replace A Missing Tooth With A Durable Dental Implant

Implants? Crowns? Veneers? Invisible braces? As dental technology and services have expanded in the Upper Arlington area, so has the vocabulary. Dentistry has advanced to provide many new solutions that address almost every possible dental issue. Doctor Mark Miely, considered one of the best dentists in Ohio, has proficiency with cosmetic and ideal restorative services.…
Your Perfect Smile Is Only A Few Dental Visits Away

What does it take to really change the way you look? Hours upon hours at the gym? Expensive trips to the most cutting-edge salon in the Columbus area? What about a routine trip to your dentist? You may not love going to the dentist, but you will love the results when they help you find…