Teeth Grinding, TMJ Disorders, and How Mouth Guards Can Help
Teeth grinding, also known as bruxism, is a common disorder. Many people grind their teeth without even realizing it, especially during sleep. All that clenching and grinding puts stress on the jaw, especially the temporomandibular joint, or TMJ. If you’re having TMJ issues, keep reading to learn more about how bruxism can contribute to jaw […]
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Keep Your Teeth Clean with These 4 Dental Floss Alternatives
Nobody likes flossing their teeth. It’s tedious, time-consuming, and can even be uncomfortable. However, it’s an essential part of your oral hygiene routine, ensuring there’s no food particles or plaque buildup between your teeth. If you dread flossing your teeth each day, consider trying dental floss alternatives. Thanks to modern dental technology, you can ditch […]
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Can Xylitol Be Used to Fight Cavities?
Everyone knows that sugar contributes to cavities. When you eat a sweet treat, bacteria feast on the sugar in your mouth, creating acid that erodes the enamel. But what if there was a sweetener that actually helps prevent cavities instead of causing them? That’s where xylitol comes in. As a natural sugar alcohol found in […]
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Explore the Vital Role of Saliva in Oral Health
Saliva is an essential, yet often overlooked, component of oral health. From digestion to keeping your mouth clean to protecting your teeth from decay, it does more than you may have realized. Without it, you’re at risk of bad breath, cavities, and difficulty swallowing. At the office of Eric Felt DDS, we want our patients […]
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Why You Should Avoid Veneer Technicians
Veneers are a popular cosmetic dentistry solution that involves bonding thin shells to the front surfaces of the teeth, giving them a brighter, whiter, and more uniform appearance. In an attempt to save money, many people seek veneers from people advertising themselves as veneer technicians instead of licensed dentists; however, this can have serious consequences. […]
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Bleeding Gums: Should I Be Concerned?
Picture this: You brush your teeth, swish some water around your mouth, and spit it out in the sink. To your surprise, you see streaks of blood in the sink. Maybe you even taste something metallic in your mouth. While occasional bleeding gums can be concerning, they’re not always serious. However, persistent bleeding could indicate […]
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