Fluoride Treatment

Your teeth are covered in enamel. This protective covering is incredibly strong. In fact, enamel is the strongest part of your body. However, no tissue or body part is impervious to damage. Enamel may become damaged or eroded due to progressive disease. The acids that are produced by bacterial plaque break down the natural structure of the teeth. Without treatment, decay causes areas of deteriorated tissues (or cavities). To stop the decay process, a cavity must be treated with restorative dentistry services, such as a dental filling. We emphasize preventing disease, which then renders treatments like fillings unnecessary. Fluoride therapy is an important part of preventative dentistry in that it helps to support the strength of the teeth and remineralizes or repairs weakened teeth.

The Art of Dentistry may recommend fluoride supplements as a complement to strong and consistent home care techniques and products. For instance, Dr. Dalwai may advise on fluoride toothpaste for your child. All it takes is a pea-sized amount of toothpaste for younger children. It is also important to monitor your young children to ensure they do not eat or swallow large amounts of toothpaste. While overdosing on these products is very rare, it is possible with all kinds of healthcare aids.

Fluoride therapy can also be easily incorporated into your child’s regular dental check-ups. It may be applied as a gel, foam, varnish, or in other formulations. We even provide a twist on standard fluoride in the form of Silver Diamine Fluoride. SDF contains additional ingredients that help to kill harmful bacteria and that also support maximum effectiveness. Last, but certainly not least, fluoride in its many forms is not only appropriate for sensitive teeth—it also helps to relieve painful sensitivity. Heightened sensitivity may be indicative of enamel damage. By building up the minerals that contribute to the strength of your teeth, we stop the decay process (and associated symptoms) in its tracks.