This year, more than 51,000 people will be diagnosed with oral cavity or oropharyngeal cancer– and an estimated 10,030 will die as a result. While oral cancer is quite prevalent, there is still a lot of confusion regarding this often preventable disease, who gets it and how, and what to do about it. August is Oral Cancer Awareness
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Why You Need to Visit the Dentist in July
Summer is the time for fun in the sun, camp and beach days, but it’s also when parents cram in the necessary medical appointments for their kids before scheduling becomes an issue. Visiting the dentist before school starts is one of your most important responsibilities. Here is why you should consider visiting the dentist in
Read MorePreventing Gum Disease in the Summer
For many people, summertime is all about having fun, going on vacation, and indulging in activities best enjoyed during warmer weather. But it’s also a season when maintaining your oral health may be the last thing on your mind. Tips for Your Dental Health In order to maintain proper oral hygiene, avoid bad breath, and
Read MoreMarion Smile Center’s Annual Smiles for Life Charity Campaign
Our mouths are determinants of our health, and therefore, good oral hygiene is of upmost importance. However, not every family is able to afford the basic dental care that they need, so their smiles and health suffer as a result. Realizing this, at Marion Smile Center, we are extremely passionate about giving back. That is
Read More2018 Was the Year for Smiles All Around
Our team at Marion Smile Center would like to thank our patients – both longtime and new – for a terrific year in 2018! We enjoyed caring for our patients during their 6,300 visits this past year and welcomed 400 new patients into the practice. We received 31 reviews last year on Facebook and Google totaling in 126 reviews and 4.9
Read MoreOral Cancer Statistics You Shouldn’t Ignore
According to the Oral Cancer Foundation, thousands of people will die every year due to oral cancer. What is astounding, is that many of these deaths could have been prevented. Here are some oral cancer statistics and risk factors you shouldn’t ignore. Nearly 49,750 Americans will be diagnosed with oral or oropharyngeal cancer this year Approximately 1
Read MoreHow Gum Disease Sneaks Up On You
There may be a killer lurking in plain view, and much closer than you might think. Quite literally, right under our noses. Gum disease, an infection of the soft tissues that surround the teeth, is usually painless. And while many people are aware that they need to eat right, exercise and care for their bodies,
Read MoreHow to Brush Your Toddler’s Teeth
Many of us do not understand the importance of brushing their toddler’s teeth, the belief that the tooth will be lost anyways make the necessary steps to do it right that much more irrational. However, brushing incorrectly could have big consequences, such as premature loss of the teeth. Premature tooth loss could affect eating habits,
Read MoreTooth Sensitivity: What Is it and How do I treat It?
Tooth sensitivity is definitely an annoying and debilitating problem to have. Tooth sensitivity causes sharp pain when ingesting certain foods such as oranges (due to the acidity) or ice cream (due to the cold temperature). But what causes tooth sensitivity and how do you treat it? Causes of Teeth Sensitivity Tooth sensitivity happens when nerves
Read MoreSnacks and Oral Wellness
It is no myth that what you eat affects your overall health, and this fact is narrowed in when it comes to your oral health. Different foods affect your teeth, enamels, tissue, and glands differently. Some can help your oral health and some can really cause damage. Here are some suggestions that will improve your
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