Protecting Your Teeth from the Very Start
Fluoride Treatment
Fluoride treatment is especially helpful for children. As adult teeth begin to grow in, fluoride strengthens the enamel and helps reverse early signs of decay. This process, called remineralization, restores important minerals to the tooth’s surface and creates a stronger barrier against acids from food and plaque.
Dental Sealants
Molars have deep grooves and small pits that can trap food and bacteria, making them vulnerable to decay. Dental sealants create a thin layer over these chewing surfaces, acting as a shield to keep out plaque and help protect your child’s molars as they come in.
Why Choose Fluoride and Sealants?
The Canadian Dental Association recommends fluoride and sealants as part of a complete oral care plan, especially for children. Alongside brushing, a balanced diet, and regular checkups, these treatments help reduce the risk of tooth decay and improve overall oral health.
Reduce Tooth Sensitivity
The enamel is the outer layer of your tooth, protecting the sensitive dentin and nerve tissue inside. When enamel wears down, teeth become more sensitive to hot and cold. Fluoride strengthens enamel, and sealants help keep it intact, reducing the chances of sensitivity and protecting the tooth’s inner layers.
Prevent and Reverse Early Decay
Weakened enamel can lead to cavities, infection, and sometimes even the need for more complex treatment. Fluoride helps restore enamel strength, and sealants reduce plaque buildup in areas that are hard to clean. This combination helps stop decay from progressing and may even reverse early signs of damage.
Save Money in the Long Run
Preventive care is always more affordable than major dental treatment. Fluoride and sealants are a simple and cost effective way to avoid cavities, toothaches, and more costly procedures later on.
What to Expect During the Appointment
Fluoride Treatment
Fluoride treatment is usually part of your child’s routine cleaning and is often done once a year. We apply a concentrated foam or gel using trays that sit over the top and bottom teeth. The process takes only a few minutes, and for best results, we recommend waiting 30 minutes before eating or drinking.
Sealant Application
Sealants are easy to apply and completely comfortable. After cleaning and drying the tooth, we use a mild gel to roughen the surface for better bonding. The gel is rinsed away, and the sealant is placed into the grooves of the tooth. We then use a blue curing light to harden the material. The bite will still feel natural, and no freezing or drilling is required.
Contact us today
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
Fluoride needs time to fully absorb into the enamel. Waiting at least 30 minutes helps make the treatment more effective and ensures your teeth get the full benefit.
Yes. Fluoride is a naturally occurring mineral that is found in many drinking water sources. Its benefits were discovered when scientists noticed people living near fluoridated water had fewer cavities. Fluoride has been used in dental care around the world for decades and is considered safe and effective when used appropriately.
Sealants protect the chewing surfaces of molars from decay by covering grooves where bacteria and food particles often get trapped. They are especially useful in children when new molars come in.
With proper oral hygiene and regular dental visits, sealants can last up to 10 years. If they become worn or chipped, they can be repaired quickly and easily by your dentist or hygienist.
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