Fluoride Treatments
Fluoride Treatment in Fall River, MA
How is Fluoride Applied?
The type of fluoride treatment you receive at a dental office is different from the type of fluoride you may find in your water or toothpaste. These treatments have a much higher fluoride concentration, and they only take around 30 minutes to apply. The dentist may ask you to avoid eating or drinking for 30 minutes following treatment.
Types of Fluoride:
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Frequently Asked Questions?
What's fluoride treatment?
Fluoride is a naturally occurring mineral that assists in building strong teeth and preventing cavities. Fluoride treatments are usually professional treatments that contain a high level of fluoride that a dentist or hygienist will apply to a person’s teeth to improve their health and decrease the chance of cavities.
The dentists use fluoride similar to toothpaste. Fluoride treatment is beneficial for someone at high risk of tooth decay.
What are the benefits of fluoride treatments?
Fluoride treatment offers many benefits to the teeth:
- It allows the body to use more minerals like calcium and phosphate. These minerals are reabsorbed by the teeth to strengthen weak tooth enamel.
- It is inserted into the tooth structure during teeth development to strengthen the enamel and make them more resistant to cavities and bacteria.
- It harms bacteria that cause cavities, slowing or even stopping their development.
What can you expect from your fluoride treatment?
The dentist or hygienist will first deep clean your teeth in order to get rid of any buildup. The dentist will then apply fluoride to the teeth’s surface using a brush or swab. To allow the fluoride to absorb, you should not eat food for 30 minutes.
Are fluoride treatments safe for children?
Yes, but only if they are older than three years. Children are more likely to get cavities than adults, so it is important to ensure that their primary teeth are protected to maintain their dental health.
Fluoride treatment is best for children. However, adults can also benefit, especially if they have:
- Dry mouth. Saliva contains fluoride and helps clean your teeth of food particles. This prevents bacteria growth. Low saliva production can increase the risk of developing cavities because you don’t have enough saliva to clean the mouth.
- Regular fluoride treatments may be required for dental restorations such as crowns or bridges.
- Receding gums can cause periodontal disease, which makes your teeth more susceptible to bacteria and more vulnerable to decay.