It is never too early to begin good oral health habits and dental treatments for your child. The easiest way to get started is by having a dentist or hygienist apply a thin protective coating called a sealant onto your child’s new adult teeth. Sealants serve as a barrier against tooth decay, and they therefore
Read MoreCommemorating Oral Cancer Awareness Month
According to the Oral Cancer Foundation, every single hour someone dies in the United States of oral cancer. Oropharyngeal cancer is cancer of the gums, lips, tongue, tonsils, or throat. Marion Smile Center has deemed June as Oral Cancer Awareness Month to help you and your loved ones remain vigilant. More than 50,000 Americans will be
Read MoreProcess for Getting Impression-Free Dentistry
The traditional method of getting dental crowns, bridges, veneers, and mouthguards is for the dentist to first get a physical dental impression of the patient’s mouth. This requires the patient to have a gooey material placed in their mouth, sit, and wait for the impression to “take,” and it can be particularly uncomfortable for those who
Read MoreWe are OPEN!
To our patients, You, your family, and our community have been through a lot over the past few months. We are thankful that our team and patients have come through this crisis in good health. With springtime and life slowly returning to normal, all of us are looking forward to resuming our regular habits and
Read MoreTeledentistry With Dr. Mark Marion
Now more than ever, Americans are expressing interest in consulting with their Doctors when and where it is convenient for them. Recent reports show that 60% of United States households with internet access are interested in consulting with their Doctor either online or by phone. This is now even more relevant and timely considering the
Read MoreA note from Dr. Mark Marion: Our role during these challenging times
I hope this note finds you and your loved ones healthy and well. These past few weeks have been among the most emotional and taxing times that most of us have experienced in our lifetimes. All around the world, families, companies, and communities have felt the impact of the coronavirus. The social distancing required during
Read MoreCoronavirus (COVID-19)
We are open and here for you! During this time, dentists are needed more than ever. By continuing to be open to meet our patient’s needs, we are limiting unnecessary Emergency Room visits and keeping hospital resources available for those in serious need. In addition, most emergency rooms are unable to provide dental care. We
Read MoreSedation Dentistry: Your Anxiety-Free Dental Care Option
Today’s dentistry is different than dentistry of yesteryear. Dentists can now provide the treatment you need with minimal discomfort, thanks to sedation dentistry. Dentists, like Dr. Mark A. Marion, are utilizing sedation dentistry not just for extensive dental procedures, but also for routine checkups and cleanings. Let’s talk about how this method works so you’ll never
Read MoreSmiles for Charity!
As a new decade unfolds, new opportunities and more blessings abound. There is so much to smile about, and Marion Smile Center is leading the way for a more beautiful and healthy future for others locally and internationally. Our dentist, dental hygienists, and staff here at the Marion Smile Center enjoy doing good for others. Here
Read MoreHealth Benefits of Regular Dental Cleaning
The general advice on proper dental health is to brush your teeth at least twice a day and floss and rinse with mouthwash at least once a day. Along with this, it’s important to have regular dental cleanings with one of our hygienists. Apart from getting squeaky-clean teeth, did you know that dental cleanings provide
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