Fluoride treatment is a highly effective method to strengthen teeth and prevent cavities. Our dentists apply a concentrated fluoride solution to your teeth, which helps rebuild weakened enamel and makes it more resistant to decay. This treatment is especially beneficial for individuals at high risk of dental caries, as it not only strengthens enamel but also reduces the ability of bacteria to produce harmful acids.
Our dentist will clean your teeth thoroughly before applying the fluoride during the procedure. The fluoride can be a gel, foam, or varnish and is applied using a swab, brush, or tray. The entire process takes only a few minutes. After the application, you will be advised to avoid eating or drinking for at least 30 minutes to allow the fluoride to absorb into the enamel fully.
The fluoride treatment is quick and painless, typically lasting less than five minutes. Regular fluoride treatments, recommended every 3 to 12 months depending on your oral health, can significantly enhance your dental health and protect your teeth from future decay.
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A crown is a tooth shaped cap that covers the natural tooth in order to strengthen it so that the tooth does not fracture, or make the tooth more cosmetically pleasing. This is commonly done when the tooth has been weakened due to root canal treatment, tooth fracture, when there is not enough healthy tooth structure to hold in a larger filling, or to cover staining. Crown materials include gold, ceramics, porcelain, or a combination of metal and porcelain. The office may use an outside dental lab in fabricating the crown restoration.