Protecting Your Teeth from the Very Start
Fluoride Treatment
Fluoride treatment is great for kids, especially when their adult teeth come in. It helps fight tooth decay by promoting remineralization, which restores important minerals that acids from plaque and food can wear away. This strengthens tooth enamel, making it more resistant to decay. By investing in your child’s dental health now, you can help ensure their smile stays bright and strong for years to come.
Dental Sealants
Dental sealants are a smart way to protect the biting surfaces of molars, which often have grooves and fissures that can trap plaque and food, making them hard to clean. When your child gets their new molars, applying sealants creates a protective shield that keeps harmful stuff out, helping to safeguard their natural teeth and reduce the risk of decay. By choosing this preventive measure, you can help ensure your child’s smile stays healthy and bright.
Why Opt for Sealants and Fluoride?
Sealants and fluoride are vital components of preventive dental care, as endorsed by the Canadian Dental Association (CDA). Recommended based on individual risk assessments, they complement a comprehensive program that includes nutritional counselling, fluoride exposure, good oral hygiene, and regular check-ups, helping to significantly reduce the risk of tooth decay.
Reduce Tooth Sensitivity
Enamel is the outermost layer of your tooth, and beneath it are dentin, pulp, and nerves. While dentin supports the tooth’s structure, it doesn’t shield the nerve from hot, cold, acidic, or sticky foods. When enamel wears thin, teeth can become sensitive. Fluoride and sealants help maintain strong enamel, ensuring it continues to protect your sensitive dentin from these challenges.
Prevent and Reverse Decay
You can keep your teeth strong and healthy by using fluoride treatment to rebuild enamel and applying sealants to protect those tricky areas from plaque buildup. This helps prevent decay and keeps your smile looking great! If enamel wears down, it can lead to cavities and painful infections, sometimes requiring a root canal. So, taking care of your enamel now can save you a lot of trouble later.
Save Money in the Long Run
When it comes to dental care, a little prevention now can save you a lot later. Investing in fluoride and sealants is a smart and cost-effective way to protect your teeth and avoid pricier treatments down the line, like fillings or root canals, which might be needed if tooth decay isn’t caught early. By focusing on these preventive steps, you can keep your dental health in check while also managing your expenses. It’s a win-win!
The Fluoridation and Sealant Process
Fluoride treatments are typically included during your child’s annual teeth cleaning and exam, providing an extra layer of protection. Sealants, on the other hand, are applied as needed—usually after a new molar erupts or when the dentist identifies a vulnerable area on the biting surface of a tooth. This proactive approach helps ensure your child’s teeth stay healthy and strong.
Fluoride Treatment
Our fluoride treatment is more potent than store-bought options because it’s applied by medical professionals right in our office. Typically, we use a foam or gel applied in trays for both the upper and lower teeth. The application only takes a few minutes at the end of your cleaning appointment. For the best results, we recommend that patients avoid eating or drinking for 30 minutes afterward. This simple step helps maximize the benefits of the treatment!
Dental Sealant Application
Applying dental sealants is a quick and painless process. No drilling or freezing is necessary. First, the dentist will clean and dry the tooth thoroughly. Then, a mild acidic gel is applied to create a slightly rough surface for a strong bond. After rinsing off the gel, the dentist will dry the tooth again and press the sealant into the grooves. A special blue light is used to cure the sealant, ensuring a secure fit. Once completed, your bite will feel natural and comfortable.
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to schedule an initial consultation & exam.
Your consultation will include an examination of everything from your teeth, gums and soft tissues to the shape and condition of your bite. Generally, we want to see how your whole mouth looks and functions. Before we plan your treatment we want to know everything about the health and aesthetic of your smile, and most importantly, what you want to achieve so we can help you get there.
Frequently Asked Questions
Your dentist or hygienist will recommend waiting 30 minutes after fluoride treatment before eating or drinking. This waiting period allows the fluoride to effectively absorb into your tooth enamel, maximizing its benefits.
Yes, fluoride treatment is safe. Fluoride is a natural mineral that can be found in some drinking water sources. Studies revealed that communities near fluorinated water had lower rates of tooth decay, prompting the addition of fluoride to more water supplies and dental care practices. For generations, fluoride treatments have effectively and safely helped prevent dental decay around the globe.
Dental sealants are applied to the biting surfaces of molars, providing a protective shield for the grooves and fissures that are prone to decay. This preventive measure helps keep teeth safe from cavities and other dental issues.
With proper oral hygiene and regular dental checkups, dental sealants can last up to 10 years. To maximize their lifespan, it’s essential to brush and floss regularly and avoid acidic foods and drinks, especially before bedtime. If sealants do become chipped or worn, a dentist or hygienist can easily repair them, ensuring continued protection against decay.
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