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Fluoride Treatment

Fluoride is a mineral that occurs naturally in many foods and water, which helps to prevent tooth decay. Minerals are often lost from the tooth enamel layer when acid, formed from bacteria and sugars in the mouth, attack the enamel. However, minerals such as fluoride, calcium, and phosphate can be replenished from proper food and water consumption or direct topical application.

IN WHAT FORMS IS FLUORIDE AVAILABLE?

  • Fluoride can be directly applied through fluoridated toothpastes and mouth rinses
  • A dentist can also apply fluoride to the teeth as a gel, foam, or varnish. These treatments contain a much higher level of fluoride than the amount found in toothpastes and mouth rinses.Varnishes are painted on the teeth; foams are put into a mouth guard, which is applied to the teeth for 1 to 4 minutes; gels can be painted on or applied via a mouth guard

FLUORIDE ALONE WILL NOT PREVENT TOOTH DECAY.

CLEANING & PREVENTION - Fluoride Treatment