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…
5 Ways To Prevent A Cracked Tooth
Cracked teeth can be painful, unattractive, and costly to repair. Today’s post in the Mark A. Miely DDS dental blog contains an easy-to-follow list of tips to keep your teeth whole and strong. 1. Don’t chew on hard substances. Mind-blowing, right? People should steer clear of ice, hard candies, hard nuts, popcorn, and beef jerky.…
Are All Clear Aligners Alike?
If you are researching orthodontics, you have probably heard about clear aligners. They offer several advantages over traditional metal braces. The most popular benefit is the fact that they are nearly invisible. Millions of men and women have straightened their teeth with aligners in the past twenty years since they were introduced. We’re here to…
Time To Upgrade Your Smile?
Have you thought about upgrading your smile? Cosmetic dentistry offers many terrific possibilities for Upper Arlington residents. The quickest and least invasive procedure is light teeth whitening. The results are dramatic and teeth whitening side effects are minimal. If your teeth are slightly crooked but require no orthodontic work, porcelain veneers could be the answer.…
Yes! You Can Get Replace Old Fillings
Superficial cuts in the skin subside without a trace, infections are killed with antibiotics, broken bones mend, and inflamed tissues abate. Our teeth, unfortunately, can’t regenerate. Decay can be halted in its progress, but scientists are still years away from actual enamel regeneration. That’s why the team at Mark A. Miely DDS strongly emphasizes preventative…