Fluoride Treatments

Regular dental examinations and cleanings, as well as brushing twice a day and flossing are important for keeping teeth healthy. Another key to good oral health is fluoride, a mineral which can help prevent carries and can repair teeth in the very early stages of the disease.

There are two ways to obtain fluoride: topical and systemic. Topical fluorides are applied directly to the tooth enamel like fluoride toothpastes, mouth rinses, and the fluoride treatments received in the dental office. Systemic fluorides such as fluoridated water and dietary supplements are those that are swallowed. The best results in reducing dental carries is achieved when the patient receives fluoride both topically and systemically. Professional fluoride treatments generally take just a few minutes and are a much stronger concentration than that in toothpastes or mouth rinses from the drug store.

So be sure to ask your dentist which fluoride treatments will help protect your dental health and provide the extra protection for your teeth.