Did you know a cavity may be reversed? These tiny holes in our teeth caused by acidic tooth erosion can actually be prevented from getting worse and require filling. Currently, around 90% of adults have cavities and almost 30% have untreated cavities. However, by taking a few required precautions, we can stave off tooth decay…
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Affordable Teeth Whitening?

If you are like most web users, you have probably spotted the multitude of ads for ‘free teeth whitening kits’. Some show a ‘real Grandview Heights mom’ who discovered a ‘tooth whitening secret’. Others assure you that their system is the one that ‘Hilliard dentists don’t want you to know about’. Many contain a link…
Mark A. Miely DDS Teeth Whitening News

Tooth whitening treatments have advanced significantly. The team at Mark A. Miely DDS is trained on the latest, safest, and most effective products and systems. If you need up-to-date information on teeth whitening, schedule a consultation by calling 614-451-2100. At Mark A. Miely DDS in Upper Arlington, we are excited about the new light tooth…
Who Do You Call If You Have a Dental Emergency?

A dental emergency is any event in which damage to the teeth occurs and the patient needs urgent care. While a dental emergency may have never happened to you, it could happen in the future. Some things are too urgent to wait for an appointment. How do you know if you need to call for…
Should I Worry About My Snoring?

Snoring isn’t just an annoyance. It can have major health consequences. What is Snoring? Snoring is caused by a blockage in the airway. The obstruction can be caused by: Poor muscle tone in the throat and tongue—when muscles relax they can collapse onto the airway. Alcohol use and sleeping pills can make this more likely.…
Your Smile Doesn’t Have To Show Your Age

As we grow older, we may welcome many changes. However, most Upper Arlington retirees do not welcome wrinkles, gray hair and dental problems. Fortunately, your smile can be attractive and healthy throughout your golden years! Even if your teeth are showing visible signs of wear such as enamel loss, staining, and chips, it is not…
5 Smile Makeover Questions For Upper Arlington Smiles

If you are considering a multi-procedure smile makeover or extensive restorative dental work, here are four considerations: All At Once Or Over Time? At Mark A. Miely DDS, our smile makeover patients can often receive several (or all) procedures in one visit. It all depends on the specific treatments needed to achieve your perfect smile. Doctor…
Osteoporosis And Oral Health

If you are a woman, you have probably heard about the high rate of osteoporosis in the country, and the state of Ohio is no exception. Did you know that numerous studies have suggested a connection between osteoporosis and oral health? Osteoporosis can often progress without any outward symptoms. However, there may be clues in a person’s mouth…
Daily Oral Hygiene: Put Your Heart Into It

Attention dental patients: brushing twice daily may help reduce your risk of heart disease. Scientists, dentists, and cardiologists have known for many years that there is a link between inflammation in the mouth (gum disease) and heart problems, However, a recent study evaluated oral health habits and heart disease risk. Science Daily reported on the…
You Can’t Afford Cheap Dental Work

Have you ever gotten a killer deal on a used car that turned out to be a lemon? After a couple years of nonstop repairs, you realized that it ended up costing as much as a new auto would have. And after spending all that money, you still have a clunker. The same is true…