Fluoride Treatment – Plano, TX
Build Stronger, Healthier Teeth Naturally with Fluoride Treatment
Known as the enamel, the outside layer of your teeth is covered in tiny pores. Over time and with exposure to a variety of foods and beverages, the enamel can become worn away, and the pores can lose important minerals that keep your teeth strong. Fluoride treatment is an all-natural way to rebuild this layer. It is delivered to the teeth via a pleasant-flavored gel that is brushed directly onto the surface, infiltrating the pores and restoring the strength of the enamel. Strong enamel is extremely important, because once it is lost, it cannot grow back.
Why Choose Antoon Family Dental of Plano for Fluoride Treatment
- Keeps Teeth Healthy and Strong
- Dental Insurance Welcome
- Fast Treatment Can Be Completed at Your Regular Exam & Cleaning Appointments
What Is Fluoride?
Fluoride is a naturally occurring mineral that has been found to be safe and effective in dental applications to protect the enamel of the teeth. It is delivered to your smile via a varnish that is applied with a small brush (like a paintbrush) directly onto the teeth. This sticky substance hardens the outside of the teeth, helping to prevent new cavities and even stop those which have already started to develop.
How Does Fluoride Treatment Work?
Fluoride treatment works by coating the teeth with a layer of varnish that contains this incredible mineral. The substance infiltrates the tiny pores in your enamel, solidifying and making the teeth harder and stronger so they can resist cavities and acid erosion.
The entire treatment can be done at the end of your regular preventive exam and cleaning appointment and only takes a few minutes. Once the flavored varnish is applied to your teeth, you’ll need to wait about 30 minutes before eating or drinking anything, but you should not need to rinse your mouth, nor will you experience any unpleasant taste while it dries. This preventive treatment is also frequently covered by dental insurance. To confirm coverage, please feel free to contact us for assistance.
Who Benefits from Fluoride Treatment Most?
While many patients are familiar with fluoride treatment from their childhood, it is also extremely beneficial for adults, especially those who have a lot of dental work. Applying some varnish along the margins of dental restorations can help keep them strong and healthy and prevent bacteria and plaque from working their way into the seams between the teeth and fillings or crowns.
If you had fluoride treatment during childhood, the great news is that it’s still just as safe and effective for your own family today. In fact, studies have shown that fluoride treatment during childhood can reduce the risk of cavities by 30 to 60% in conjunction with regular brushing, flossing, and preventive dental care.