The Facts In the US, oral cancer kills about 1 person every hour. According to the American Cancer Society, in 2022, roughly 54,000 new cases of oral or oropharyngeal cancers will be diagnosed. About 1 in every 5 cases will occur in people under 55 years old. Overall, the lifetime risk of developing oral cancer
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Relaxing, Comfortable Dental Care
You might not have ever thought to put ‘relaxing’ or ‘comfortable’ in the same sentence as ‘dentist,’ but at Marion Smile Center, that’s the experience they aim to give their patients. Dr. Mark A. Marion has been awarded one of Pittsburgh Top Dentists every year since 2011 and for good reason. Their top priority is
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You Whitened, We Donated $11,225 to Charity! Every year from March 1st – June 30th, Marion Smile Center conducts their annual Whiten for Charity campaign. Thanks to our patients that whitening their teeth, we were able to raise a total of $11,225 to wrap our 2022 charity season! That makes a GRAND TOTAL of $91,000
Read MoreGain a Confident Smile with Botox
When many people first think of Botox (or Dysport), they automatically think of how it can “reduce the appearance of facial wrinkles” by relaxing different muscles. Well today, we’re finding that Botox helps with your physical appearance but helps medically as well. Some common medical uses are to prevent migraines, eyelid spasms, severe underarm sweating,
Read MoreDr. Marion Awarded Top Pittsburgh Dentist for 11 Consecutive Years!
Looking for a dentist that you can feel comfortable with, trust, and are accredited? Dr. Mark A. Marion of Zelienople, PA has over 25 years of experience along with many awards -such as Top Pittsburgh Dentist and positive patient testimonials to endorse him. Pittsburgh Top Dentists Among Dr. Marion’s most prestigious awards are being on
Read MoreVisit the Dentist before Back-to-School Rush!
There are so many things to cram into summer break, especially right before school starts. We wanted to remind you that visiting the dentist needs to be at the top of your priority list! According to the CDC, “cavities are one of the most common chronic childhood diseases in the US.” When cavities are left
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Crowds gather in Zelienople at Thursday’s Open Air Market. Source: Julia Maruca/Butler Eagle The cute, quaint town of Zelienople, PA was founded over 200 years ago. It’s a place full of history with a small-town feel. According to the most recent U.S. Census, % change in population from 2010-2020 growth in adjacent Jackson township
Read MoreSave Your Tooth Month
Save Your Teeth and Appear More Youthful! At Marion Smile Center, we’ve heard many new patients say, “I have ‘bad teeth.’ I just want them all pulled and to get dentures or implants. It will just be easier to maintain.” You can trust that Dr. Mark Marion is extremely passionate about saving one’s natural teeth,
Read MoreWant a better night’s sleep? Know someone that snores?
Do you or your loved one… Snore? Wake up with a dry mouth or sore throat? Tired during the day? Lack a restful night’s sleep? Wake up with headaches and/or jaw pain? Have trouble concentrating or paying attention? Fall asleep at random times/places? If you answered yes to one or more of these questions, you
Read MoreTooth Brushing Tips for Kids
Just 4 minutes a day will establish a healthy skill that your children will benefit from for the rest of their lives! Be sure to begin brushing your child’s teeth as soon as their teeth first start to come in. Let’s talk about some fun facts and helpful advice in pediatric dental care, particularly toothbrushing,
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