Melissa Brown, DDS, FAGD, D. ABDSM is the founder of Murray Hill Dental. She enthusiastically shares her love of dentistry with all her patients and brings a caring perspective to their general dental needs. A native of Columbus, Ohio, Dr. Brown earned her undergraduate degree in Zoology from Miami University in 1996, and her DDS from the Ohio State University College of Dentistry in 2004.
Laughing gas is useful for alleviating pain and anxiety. For that reason, we use it for a variety of dental procedures, particularly if a patient is experiencing a lot of fear. If you have an upcoming dental procedure you’re feeling anxious about, just ask if we can use nitrous oxide. Most patients are good candidates […]
When you think of cavities, you probably think of tooth aches and a lot of pain, right? Would it surprise you to know that there are some cavities that are actually painless and even unnoticeable in some X-Rays? This means that some cavities can be easily missed! Hidden cavities can be dangerous, so it is […]
When you were a kid, you just lost a tooth and placed it under the pillow for the tooth fairy. Now that you’re an adult, things have changed. If you’ve had a tooth extraction, there are certain activities you’re going to want to avoid to keep the surgery site in tip-top shape. Read on to […]
If you have a tooth extraction coming up, you’re probably a little nervous, especially if this is your first time having a tooth pulled. To help you feel more at ease with the procedure, we want to give you a good idea of what you can expect so when the “big day” arrives, you’re cool […]
Mouth sores can happen to anyone at anytime but there are certain things that can cause them to pop up more often. The causes of canker sores may include: Nutritional Deficiency Many diets lack the proper amount of folic acid, zinc, iron, calcium and B12. Deficiencies of these vitamins and minerals can cause or worsen […]
Healthy habits begin at home! For that reason, it’s very important you teach your children good dental hygiene from a young age. Learn how to do that with our best strategies for keeping your kids’ teeth in tip-top shape. What Do I Need to Know About Kids and Cavities? Unfortunately, tooth decay is the number […]
There are tons of myths about dentures. However, the key word in that sentence is “myths.” Most of what you’ve probably heard about dentures is untrue. Read on as we separate fact from fiction on this subject. 1. Dentures Mean You Can Stop Worrying About Dental Hygiene. As your dentist, we will never, ever tell […]
Dental offices like to throw around the phrase, “cosmetic dentistry” a lot. Unfortunately, while the expression is used commonly in our industry, many patients don’t know exactly what it means and why finding a good cosmetic dentist is important. We wanted to change that, so we created this blog post to teach you about this […]
May is National Blood Pressure Awareness Month. Sure, there is a “National Awareness Month” for everything if you look hard enough, but are you aware of the importance of your blood pressure? Many people don’t pay attention to their blood pressure, but at Murray Hill Dental, we take your blood pressure very seriously. You may […]
COLUMBUS, OH – March, 26, 2020 – The COVID-19 pandemic is threatening the availability of medical supplies for hospitals across the country and in central Ohio. To help prevent a shortage of medical supplies while manufacturers are getting up to speed, Dr. Melissa Brown and her husband Troy, owners of Murray Hill Family Dental, are […]