ZOOM! Whitening

Dr. Eric M. Meyer and his staff receive many inquiries from patients just like you about how they can whiten their teeth.  We offer ZOOM! Whitening to patients looking to treat stained teeth or whiten their natural teeth.  When surface stains penetrate the tooth enamel they can darken the color of the dentin, the hard tissue layer of your tooth under the enamel. Once the dentin is darkened, it can make the whole tooth appear yellow.  Successful whitening systems go below the tooth enamel to reach the dentin.

ZOOM! Whitening combines whitening gel with an activator light to penetrate the enamel and break up stains at the dentin layer. Once the gel is applied to your teeth, the light activates and accelerates the whitening process.  When the chemical reaction lightens the color of the dentin, the whole tooth is free to become whiter.  After a consultation, we can tell you based on the level of staining on your teeth what results you can expect from ZOOM!  Patients have left the office after an hour treatment with a smile up to ten shades whiter!

For more information on this professional whitening system that delivers dramatic results, visit www.fullertondental.com. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Eric M. Meyer, DDS, in Fullerton CA, call 714-879-7943.

DIY Whitening Facts and Fiction

It’s no secret that we all desire a brighter smile, but with DIY whitening concoctions on the rise, it’s important to know how safe they are. Just because the approach may be natural, doesn’t mean that it’s safe. This is why Dr. Eric M Meyer, DDS is here to explain the facts and fictions of DIY teeth whitening and encourages you to schedule a cleaning to achieve an optimal healthy smile.

Spices, oils, charcoal, all of these things are being recommended to bring a shine back to your smile when in reality these materials can actually be abrasive to your teeth. Using materials that are too abrasive on your teeth can make them appear more yellow and increase tooth sensitivity. Before resorting to DIY techniques, you should always practice proper oral hygiene habits, first. Be sure that you are brushing your teeth twice a day for at least two minutes, use whitening toothpaste with the ADA Seal of Acceptance and always visit Dr. Eric M Meyer, DDS for dental checkups twice a year.

If you wish to inquire about our teeth whitening services, 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.

Show Off Your Smile!

At the dental practice of Dr. Eric M Meyer DDS, we always want you to be ready to smile for the camera. If you need a confidence boost because your smile looks a little lackluster, we offer a variety of teeth whitening services to help your pearly whites shine bright. However, if there is any reason you can’t go the cosmetic route at this moment, we thought we’d share these tips that will help you show off the photogenic smile you already have.

• Be natural – when it’s picture time, smile gently. That way, your face looks relaxed. Your mouth opens slightly, and your lower lip matches the curve of your upper teeth.


• Check your teeth and gums – getting your smile camera-ready sometimes calls for a little behind the scenes prep work. If your pearly whites have yellowed with age, try an over-the-counter whitening product or pay us a visit! Also, don’t forget about taking care of your gums. They play a critical role in your nice smile. So keep them in good shape by brushing, flossing, and rinsing with a mouthwash every day.


• Practice – your perfect smile may not happen overnight, but if you have a big photo event like a wedding or a graduation coming up, it doesn’t hurt to try out your grin in front of the mirror!

If you wish to improve the appearance of your smile, please give us a call. To learn about our services we provide 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.

Britesmile for Dramatic Whitening Results

Are you looking to whiten and brighten your smile? Whitening with a professional whitening system often creates the best results. This is why Dr. Eric M Meyer, DDS of Fullerton, CA offers Britesmile whitening to our patients looking for fast and dramatic results.

Britesmile whitening can provide patients with teeth that are six to ten shades whiter within one visit! Results will depend on the current staining of teeth and how much whiter they are desired to be. Dr. Meyer will also choose which level of Britesmile whitening gel to use to each individual patient’s case.

The process of whitening teeth with Britesmile will begin with a standard cleaning of the teeth. This will allow balanced whitening. Next, the whitening gel is applied to the teeth and the Britesmile blue light will be aimed at the teeth. This light combines with the hydrogen peroxide in the whitening gel to produce accelerated results. This gel and light combination will last about twenty minutes before the gel is reapplied and under the light for another twenty minutes. A third and final round will be performed before the process is complete. The results are dramatically whitened teeth for a smile you can be proud to show off!

If you are interested in learning more about the Britesmile whitening process, call Dr. Eric M Meyer, DDS of Fullerton, CA at (714) 879-7943 or visit our website, www.fullertondental.com. 

Get your Smile Ready for the Holidays

The holidays will be here soon, and with them come countless parties, get togethers and pictures. Is your smile ready? If you’re looking to get your smile ready for the season, we can help. One of the easiest and quickest ways to get a dazzling, photo-ready smile is to whiten your teeth, and Dr. Eric Meyer offers both ZOOM! and BriteSmile whitening systems.

The ZOOM! and BriteSmile systems are chair-side whitening procedures that are done in our office, using a safe whitening gel combined with low-intensity light. The light activates the hydrogen peroxide in the gel, which can lighten your teeth up to 10 shades in only an hour! Unlike other whitening systems that involve multiple sessions and take-home trays, ZOOM! and BriteSmile produce results that are both drastic and quick, which makes whitening your teeth an easy way to improve your smile during this busy season.   

For the best results, patients should have their teeth cleaned prior to the whitening procedures since tartar and plaque can prevent the whitening gel from working in certain areas. By having your teeth cleaned, you are ensuing that you get an even, white smile.

To schedule an appointment in Fullerton, CA, call 714.879.7943. For more information, please visit www.fullertondental.com. 

Food and Drinks that Stain Your Teeth

If you’re determined to keep your pearly whites actually white, then you probably already brush your teeth daily and see your dentist periodically, but brushing can often times not be enough to keep your smile bright. This is because a lot of the food and drinks we consume can stain our teeth.

The staining power of food and beverages depends on two factors, and the first is the color of the food. Intensely colored foods and beverages tend to be the worst for our teeth. If you would be worried about spilling a certain food or drink on a white tablecloth, you can bet that it has the potential to stain your teeth. The color in food comes from chromogens, which are highly pigmented molecules that have the tendency to latch onto tooth enamel. The second factor that determines staining power is a food or beverage’s acidity level. Acidic food and drinks, even those that are not brightly colored, can promote stains by eroding the dental enamel, temporarily softening teeth and making it easier for chromogens to stick.

The top teeth-staining foods and beverages that you should avoid from whiter teeth are wine, tea, soda, sports drinks, berries, sauces and sweets. To minimize staining without forgoing your favorite foods and drinks, you can try using a straw, swallowing promptly and swishing with water. This minimizes the amount of time the acidic and colorful food is in contact with your teeth.

If your still unhappy with the color of your teeth after practicing good oral hygiene, you can also come to our practice in Fullerton, CA for teeth whitening services. Dr. Eric Meyer offers both ZOOM! and BriteSmile, which can whiten your teeth up to 10 shades in only an hour. To schedule an appointment, call 714.879.7943. For more information, visit www.fullertondental.com.