How does your dentist help you stay healthy? Most men and women know that they can go to their dentist if they chip a tooth or have a toothache. Because of this, they may not realize how many other health issues your dentist can help you with. A full-service dental practice provides comprehensive oral health…
Tooth pain
Tooth Sensitivity Treatment At Mark A. Miely DDS

Have you ever been eating an ice cream cone when you suffered a sudden shot of pain in one of your teeth? If the enamel has eroded, or the gums have receded, the dentin layer of the tooth is exposed. The substances that cause tooth pain travel to the pulp where the nerves of the…
The Five Stages of a Cavity

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…
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…
Keep Active Smiles Healthy

It’s hard to enjoy sports if you have dental issues. Despite many athletes being health-conscious, there is a concerning rate of tooth woes among athletes of all ages. Let’s talk about two alarming studies. 40% of athletes reported oral health problems A study cited in the British Journal of Sports Medicine explored how poor oral…
Wisdom Teeth Extraction At Mark A. Miely DDS

For the 65% of adults who detect wisdom teeth in their late teens or early twenties, it is generally recommended to get a removal. Wisdom teeth can damage adjacent teeth and nerves. Their awkward positioning can increase the risk of cavities and gum disease. Wisdom teeth are also difficult to clean, especially if they do not…
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…
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…
A Toothache The Size Of Columbus

Throbbing toothache pain can be completely unbearable for anyone. If you’re suffering with toothache pain, give us a call at Mark A. Miely DDS in Upper Arlington. At the very least, milder tooth pain can cause you to forego certain foods and only chew on one side of your mouth. Severe toothache pain can be…