Sugar and Your Smile

There’s a sweet tooth that lies in most of us, but it can lead us down a dangerous road if we don’t take care of our teeth. Too much sugar can lead to tooth decay, but few are aware of how it happens. Dr. Eric M Meyer, DDS would like to explain the chain of events that occur after you reach for that extra piece of cake or that sugary beverage that you’ve been craving.

Your teeth are frequently under attack by acid and bacteria, but there are good bacteria and bad. Harmful oral bacteria feed on the sugars you eat to create acids that destroy the tooth enamel through a process called demineralization. This process occurs when a patient indulges in soda, energy drinks, and starchy snacks. Fortunately, the natural process of remineralization replaces the good minerals to strengthen your teeth all over again. Fluoride is your friend in this case because it not only prevents tooth decay, but it can reverse it in the early stages. Dr. Eric M Meyer, DDS can discuss fluoride treatment with you and as always he encourages you to brush at least twice a day and floss once a day to keep your smile healthy.

If you have concerns about your oral hygiene, please give us a call. To learn more about the services provided at the practice, visit www.fullertondental.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Eric M Meyer, DDS, in Fullerton CA, call 714-879-7943.

Types of Cavities and Treatment

Cavities or tooth decay is the destruction of your tooth enamel, the hard, outer layer of your teeth. The three types of cavities include a smooth surface cavity, root cavity, and pit and fissure cavity. If you are experiencing tooth discomfort, here at the dental practice of Dr. Eric M Meyer, DDS, we can help identify the cause, determine whether or not you have a cavity, and provide treatment as needed.

Smooth surface cavities occur on the smooth sides of your teeth, while root cavities develop on the surface over the roots. Pit and fissure cavities occur on the chewing surface of your teeth. Neglecting your oral hygiene, along with frequent snacking and sipping sugary drinks are the main culprits behind cavities. When a cavity advances deep into the tooth, it may produce increased sensitivity to foods that are cold, hot, or sweet. There are three things to consider in the treatment of dental cavities: prevention, remineralization, and restoration. Treatment depends on how bad the cavity is.

If you are experiencing tooth discomfort, give us a call. To learn more about the services provided at the practice, visit www.fullertondental.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Eric M Meyer, DDS, in Fullerton CA, call 714-879-7943.

Metal-free Fillings from Dr. Eric Meyer

At our practice, Dr. Eric Meyer offers metal-free fillings to restore teeth to normal function without taking away the beauty of the patient’s smile. Unlike amalgam fillings, metal-free fillings match the color of the patient’s teeth and contain no mercury, making them a safe and attractive way to achieve optimum oral health.

The majority of patients and dentists prefer these fillings to mercury amalgam fillings, for both their look and function. Not only are metal fillings dark and noticeable, the can also contract with cold and expand with heat to cause cracks that will let bacteria into the tooth and eventually require further dental work down the line. Tooth-colored, composite fillings, on the other hand, both look natural and feel natural. You won’t even be able to tell that you have a filling!

Metal-free fillings are made of a strong resin composite material that the dentist bonds directly to the surface of the tooth, allowing Dr. Meyer to increase its durability and stability. At our practice, we strive to keep as much of the natural tooth structure as possible to prevent fracture, and metal-free, composite fillings help us do that.

To achieve the healthy and natural smile you desire in Fullerton, CA, contact our office by calling 714.879.7943. For more information about the practice, please visit www.fullertondental.com.    

Waterlase Technology

Waterlase® dental technology utilizes YSGG laser energy and a water spray to create a more comfortable experience during certain dental procedures. This technology allows Dr. Eric Meyer to use fewer shots and less anesthesia, which provides more comfort and eases patient anxiety while he performs corrective dentistry procedures. Because we always have our patients’ best interest in mind, our office chooses to use Waterlase®.


Waterlase® technology can be used to remove gum tissue, bone and decay in the tooth enamel, which is the hardest substance in the human body. It can do so without affecting surrounding areas, which means that you will be able to keep more of your healthy tooth structure if decay does need to be removed. The technology can also be used for root canals, smile design and bone and gum surgery. When used in preparation for cavity fillings, it can actually result in longer-lasting fillings.


This technology bypasses the pain caused by other dental tools by cutting without the use of heat, pressure or vibration, allowing dentists to cut teeth, gums and bone with less trauma. The benefits of the technology include less post-operative pain, bleeding and swelling. There is also usually less of a need for pain medication, and because it requires less anesthesia, Dr. Meyer can perform the procedures instead of referring you to an outside specialist.


For comfortable dental experience, schedule an appointment with Dr. Chris Meyer by calling 714-879-7943. For more information, visitwww.FullertonDental.com.