In today’s post, we will veer a bit off the beaten path, so to speak, and explore an intriguing dental specialty; forensic dentistry. The official term for the use of dentistry in criminal cases and post-mortem identification is forensic odontology. These professionals are rarely recognized but play a vital role in crime and disaster investigations.…
What You Need To Know About Oral Cancer
During routine dental examinations, your dentist may look for signs of oral cancer. Oral cancer refers to cancers in the tongue, mouth, lips, jaw, and throat. Many Upper Arlington dental patients don’t realize the seriousness of oral cancer. The American Cancer Society estimates that over 39,000 people will get oral cancer this year.1 Consider this…
Mark Miely DDS Dentist Provides Comprehensive Oral Care
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…
What’s The Difference Between An Inlay And An Onlay?
If you have tooth sensitivity or pain when you chew with your back teeth, the surfaces may be damaged. One option for restoration is the use of an inlay or onlay made of metal, composite resin, or porcelain. Inlays are very strong and shaped to precisely fit a hole in a damaged tooth. The choice…
Are Floss Picks As Good As Regular Dental Floss?
Are floss picks as good as regular floss? What about a Floss pick vs regular floss? While it’s better to floss with a floss pick than to not floss at all, it’s important to note that floss picks can only clean a part of the tooth’s surface. Doctor Miely recommends traditional floss or dental tape.…
Teen Teeth: Adolescent Oral Health
If you are a teenager or the parent of a teenager, today’s Mark A. Miely DDS post is for you. Today’s post discusses dental issues of special concern to adolescents. Dental risks for Upper Arlington teens include both developmental and lifestyle-related factors. At Mark A. Miely DDS, we see decay and gum disease far too…