Think You Know How To Brush? Think Again.

You’ve been doing it since you were five. You switch to auto pilot morning and night and get it done. But are you doing it right? Actually, many people are making tooth brushing mistakes. You may need to tweak your routine to better support your oral health and protect your smile from dental caries and

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5 Reasons To Schedule A Dental Cleaning Today

1. Protect Your Gums It’s not only extreme cavities that can damage a tooth until it is beyond saving. Gum disease that leads to bone loss is just as harmful. Gum disease is caused by a buildup of plaque that creates pockets of infection between the gums and tooth roots. This leads to periodontitis, gum

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6 Ways To Prepare For Your Dental Procedure

Dental procedures can seem scarier than they actually are. Let Felton Dental Care – Dr. Brett R. Felton, DMD offer 6 ways to prepare yourself mentally, emotionally and physically before your big dental day. First, remember Dr. Felton is trained to provide the best care and comfort possible. Second, take some time to relax and

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Use Flex Account Funds For Dental Care

If you have money in your flexible spending account, you may want to schedule some cosmetic dentistry before the deadline. Remember, you lose any funds left over after the plan year ends. Why not improve your smile with tax-free dollars? Even a small change can make a big difference in the appearance of your teeth.

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Avoid Sports Injuries: Protect Those Teeth!

It is estimated that over 5 million teeth are knocked out yearly and a significant portion of these dental traumas occur on the playing field or court. Each dislodged tooth requires several trips to the dentist and hundreds of dollars in restoration expenses. Not to mention pain! I’m Dr. Brett Felton of Felton Dental Care

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Is Your Mouth Sore Something Serious?

If you have a mouth sore that lasts more than a week or two; it is critical to come in for an exam. Mouth sores can be an indicator of disease, and an early assessment assists in preventing more serious problems. If necessary, vital treatment and pain relief can be offered. In extreme cases, I

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Tooth Restoration: Dental Implants And Dental Bridges

When my patients ask me about tooth restoration, I usually tell them about fixed (or ‘traditional’) dental bridges or tooth implants. A dental bridge is an artificial tooth which replaces a missing tooth. The false tooth (called a ‘pontic’) is fused to porcelain crowns on either side of the missing tooth. Tooth replacement has been

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Don’t Put Off Your Dental Exam

 No matter what age you are, as long as you have teeth, dental exams are a vital practice for keeping your smile healthy and beautiful! (If you don’t have any teeth, meet with us about dentures and dental implants.) At Felton Dental Care – Dr. Brett R. Felton, DMD, we have an excellent office and

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Is Mouthwash A Must?

If you’ve ever walked the aisles of any Missoula, Montana drugstore, you know that there are many different types of mouthwash. Some tout their germ-killing abilities, others emphasize their fluoride content, and some claim to whiten teeth while freshening the breath. These are all great benefits, but will they make or break your dental health?

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