Gummy Tummy!

We know the rumors going around – mostly among young people – that once you swallow a piece of chewing gum it will stake a claim and take up residency in your stomach for at least seven years! We really hate to take all the fun out of the mystery, but the truth is that chewing gum, when swallowed, will enter the stomach and move through the digestive system just like any other piece of food and leave the body long before seven years! So, if you ever have accidentally swallowed a piece of gum, there is no need to worry!



This being said, gum does not have any dietary benefits, so while it’s not harmful to swallow, you still want to avoid swallowing it. If you are a gum-chewer, make sure you chew sugarless gum, because gum with sugar can lead to cavities. Sugarless gum still has the same amount of flavor, but with less cavity causing ingredients. You see, when the bacterium in your mouth breaks down sugar, what’s left behind is acid. This acid eats away at the enamel coating of your teeth, causing holes that we call cavities. Cavities can lead to other long term mouth problems if they are not treated in time, so it is best to try and avoid overexposing your teeth to too many harmful substances!

Happy (sugar-free) gum chewing!

-Dr. Mitchell Scheier Family and Cosmetic Dentistry

Technology helps you relax with Dr. Mitchell Scheier

It used to be that people were terrified to see the orthodontist. And Dr. Scheier understands that some patients are still nervous. But fear not! The days of fear and loathing when driving to an orthodontist appointment are gone! And it’s all due to technology. That’s right, technology has allowed orthodontists everywhere to zero in on patient care and comfort.

For example, braces are much more comfortable and the treatment time has been reduced. In addition, the advances in the orthodontic field have permitted digital photos and X-rays of your mouth, patient charting and improved communications between doctor and patient.

If you have any questions about how Dr. Mitchell Scheier Family and Cosmetic Dentistry uses state-of-the-art technology, give us a call and ask!

Dr. Scheier loves happy patients!

Dr. Mitchell Scheier and team, serving Havertown, PA, deliver the highest quality orthodontic care in a personalized environment. We make orthodontic treatment fun and enjoyable. Just see what our patients have to say!

"Dr. Scheier takes the time to explain his plan for my care and we discuss any questions or concerns" ~Kathryn

"I know that Dr. Scheier's work is quality, but it's the people that make the difference." ~Nancy



"I've been going to Dr Scheier since 1998. At the time I wasn't happy with the work a previous dentist had done. I had a tooth in the front that required bonding but it kept breaking off with the previous dentist. Someone recommended Dr Scheier to me and I gave it a shot. Not only did Dr Scheier do a much better looking restoration, it's held up for 12 years! Dr Scheier really took his time to do the repair. Dr Scheier has always put me first, made me feel important, and he takes pride in his work. His skills are top-notch. I've moved further away since 1998 but I refuse to switch. I've just started invisalign with Dr Scheier and it's going well. I highly recommend Dr Scheier.‎" ~Anonymous

Have you had a great experience at our office? We would love to hear about it! Feel free to write a review here, or to give us a call at the office.

-The team at Dr. Mitchell Scheier

Dr. Scheier, helping calm children's fears and anxieties

Our staff at Mitchell D. Scheier and Associates knows that many children fear visiting the dentist. Recently, we ran across a great article on helping kids overcome fears of the dentist, courtesy of our friends at WebMD.

Dr. Scheier and our team excel at making children feel comfortable visiting the dentist. In fact, most of our young patients look forward to their next visit!

Has your child visited Mitchell D. Scheier and Associates in the last six months? If not, it’s time to schedule an appointment by calling 610-572-1546! We look forward to seeing you and have a great weekend!