Do you have a tooth that is beyond saving? Considering a a permanent dental implant? There are advantages to combining the extraction and implant placement in one procedure. Let’s talk about the benefits of same-day extraction and tooth implant placement. 1. You preserve healthy bone As soon as a tooth is extracted, the bone begins…
We’ll Fix Your Cracked Tooth. Prevent the Next One.
You’re munching popcorn at the movies and bite down on an unpopped kernal. You hear a noise that makes your toes curl. Crack! You’ve cracked a tooth. Nobody wants the pain and inconvenience of a cracked tooth. Mark A. Miely DDS is here after hours and on weekends to repair a chipped or cracked tooth.…
Does My Dentist Care About My Diet?
When people in the Columbus area think of diet and oral health, they commonly think about the damage sweet drinks can cause to teeth. While it’s true that these detrimental sugars cause increased acidity in the mouth and lead to tooth decay, soda and sugary fruit drinks are only part of the problem. The typical…
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…
How Long Will A Dental Crown Last?
Endodontists, oral surgeons, and general dentists, including Mark A. Miely DDS in Upper Arlington, use dental crowns in many restorative treatments. A crown adds strength to a tooth that has a large filling or has been injured, a crown can correct bite misalignments, and a crown is usually necessary after a root canal. In a…