The Pros of Composite & Porcelain Fillings One of the main reasons many of our patients visit Dr. Marsh’s Cleveland office is to address the problem of a troubling cavity. Every patient wants their pain to stop and the cavity to be halted before it does further damage to a valuable tooth! But beyond the [...]
We often are asked how we handle emergencies. We will always get you in the same day if you need us, and if you have a problem in the evenings or weekends, we have an answering service that can reach us at any time so that we can call you right back. (We've even [...]
What a year it's been here in Cleveland. The Cleveland Cavaliers are world champions, and the Cleveland Indians have been outstanding. In both cases, it's all about a team approach. Here at ClevelandSmiles, our team is here for you. We work hard every day to do our best for you, starting each day with a [...]
Flossing Eliminates Food, Debris & Bacteria Though the research studies have been criticized, we know that flossing helps to eliminate the food and debris that bacteria in our mouth feeds off of to produce acids; those acids are what causes tooth decay and contributes to periodontal disease. Just like washing off salt from our car [...]
Concerning Laser Gum Contouring Procedures and Recovery Times There are several reasons why patients decide to undergo the gum contouring procedure that is offered at Dr. Marsh’s office, also known as a gum lift or cosmetic gum procedure. Some individuals have decided that their gums rest too low in their mouth, meaning that more of [...]
If your older crowns are looking worn or if the metal is showing, it may be time to look at cosmetic porcelain crowns. These all-ceramic restorations look great and function beautifully. They can be used as replacements, individually, or splinted together as part of a bridge; they can even be used with implants to give you a [...]
Summer is nearly upon us here in Cleveland, and what a wonderful time it is to take care of your smile! Both cosmetic bonding and porcelain veneers can enhance your look, whether you’re graduating, going to school in the summer or fall, or even going to a Cleveland high school or Ohio college reunion. If [...]
Do Veneers Need to Be Replaced? Porcelain veneers will last 12 to 25 years, depending on your level of care and maintenance. This is longer than the lifespan of composite veneers. Avoiding hard food may prolong the life of your porcelain veneers and prevent structural damage. If you’re paying for a cosmetic dentistry procedure and [...]
We're now using the Trios digital imaging system to take multiple impressions on our patients. This is in addition to the Itero system we've been using for the past seven years. It is truly state-of-the-art dentistry and allows us to be more accurate, as well as providing more comfort to our patients. The response of [...]
We've got the new Trios 3D imager for taking impressions, in addition to the Itero imaging system we got seven years ago. They're both unbelievably accurate and patient-friendly. These digital systems are also environmentally friendly, as they don't involve impression material, plastic trays, or metal dies, all which get thrown away after their use. These [...]