You may have heard that once tooth enamel is eroded, it’s gone forever. This is partially true, but in the earliest stage of enamel erosion, a cavity can be reversed. Reverse a cavity before it needs a filling If you can prohibit cavities in pre-teens, there’s a better chance that their teeth can stay healthy…
General dentistry
Your Mouth Pain Might Be Pulpitis. Call Us ASAP!
Some individuals hate going to the dentist. They only seek treatment when the pain is unbearable. Because we are an urgent care practice in Upper Arlington, many of our patients fall into this category. We take extra care with those who have dental anxiety. Pulpitis a condition that can bring about so much pain, even…
What If My Child Loses Their Baby Teeth Too Early?
Primary teeth are critical. Your child needs them to speak. Your youngster needs them to eat. A healthy smile improves self-confidence for everyone—young and old. Plus, those little teeth maintain space for the permanent teeth to come in and take their place. When young children lose their baby teeth a long time before their permanent…
Does Your Dentist Conjure Up Cavities?
Cavities can be filled, but it is better to prevent cavities in the first place. If your dentist seems to conjure up cavities at every visit, then it’s up to you to break the cycle. But we are here to help you. Let’s work together. How can you lift the cavity curse? Schedule a preventative…
FAQ: Children’s Dental Sealants
Many Columbus pediatric and general dentists offer sealants to their patients. Sealants can protect kids’ teeth from decay. The benefits overwhelmingly outweigh the very few risks. Two years after placement, dental sealants prevent over 80% of cavities in the permanent molars, in which nine in 10 cavities occur. Centers for Disease Control Q. What are dental…
How Tooth Brushing Prevents Gum Disease
Why should everyone brush at least twice a day? Let’s consider why this is essential. Brushing and flossing is the best way to prevent decay. Brushing with fluoride toothpaste and carefully flossing removes the food from our teeth and prevents the build-up of plaque. If we let food stay on our teeth, the starches in the…
Health Habits To Keep You Smiling
In today’s post, we will focus on important behaviors that influence oral health. Of course, effective brushing and flossing are two vital habits for healthy teeth, but there are many more things we can do to keep a healthy smile. Diet Do’s Do eat a nutritious diet with a variety of foods. This is needed…
Should You Worry About Dental X-rays?
Providing quality dental care is much easier for dentists when they have extensive, comprehensive information about their patients’ oral health. Pictures are more useful than written notes. To go a step further: pictures that show what’s going on below the visible surface of your teeth are worth even more than a thousand words. So, along…
Gently Now – Protect Your Gums When You Brush
Everyone wants nice, pearly whites so, naturally, we should brush our teeth more, right? The only issue with that is many men and women brush their teeth too aggressively, leading to gum recession. You don’t want that. Gum recession is when your gum line exposes more of your teeth, or in severe cases, your tooth…
Protect Those Nooks And Crannies In Your Child’s Teeth
Doctor Mark Miely is dedicated to the prevention of tooth decay, which is the foundation for a healthy and beautiful smile. The Importance of Prevention Preventative dentistry – brushing, flossing, and regular dental cleanings with a dental hygienist – are vital for keeping your smile bright and free of tooth decay. There are some places,…
