Strengthen Your Smile with a Fluoride Treatment
Understanding Fluoride Treatments
Protecting your family's smiles is our top priority at Nirvana Dental. That's why we recommend fluoride treatments as an essential part of maintaining healthy smiles for patients of all ages. Fluoride is a natural mineral that helps strengthen teeth and make them more resistant to cavities Although it’s usually present in our toothpaste and the minerals in our water, a professional fluoride treatment can give you an extra layer of protection—for children and adults alike!
The Benefits
- Cavity Prevention: Reduce your risk of cavities.
- Early Decay Repair: Help repair early signs of tooth decay.
- Enhanced Protection for Dental Work: Protects your dental restorations.
- Strengthened Enamel: Make your teeth more resistant to acid attacks.
Why Would You Consider Fluoride Treatments?
Fluoride treatments are a common dental procedure that can significantly improve your oral health. But are they right for you? Let's break down the key reasons why you might consider a fluoride treatment:
- Age: Children and teenagers are particularly vulnerable to tooth decay, since their teeth are still developing.
- Poor Oral Hygiene: If you don't consistently brush and floss, your teeth are more prone to cavities.
- Dry Mouth: Saliva helps neutralize acids that damage tooth enamel. If you suffer from dry mouth, you may benefit from fluoride treatments.
Fluoride works by strengthening your tooth enamel which makes it more resistant to acid attacks. Regular fluoride treatments, combined with good oral hygiene practices, can help you achieve optimal oral health!
What To Expect During Your Appointment
First, you'll relax in one of our comfortable dental chairs. After your dental examination, Dr. Vartikar will proceed with your fluoride treatment by gently cleaning and preparing your teeth. She will then apply a liquid fluoride solution using a soft brush. We'll give you easy-to-follow instructions on how to care for your teeth after your treatment since you’ll need to avoid eating and drinking for about an hour for the fluoride to work correctly.
Did you know?
You can have fluoride treatments as often as you need them. Some of our patients choose to have a treatment at every checkup to give their smiles extra protection.
Is This Treatment Right For You?
In truth, most of our patients can benefit from these treatments! But, we can easily confirm if a fluoride treatment is right for you with a dental examination. For children coming into our office, we may recommend that they have fluoride treatments as a way to keep their smiles looking their best.
A Lifetime of Smile Protection
Dr. Vartikar and her team believe everyone deserves a lifetime of healthy smiles! That's why she recommends fluoride treatments since they’re a simple and effective way to protect your teeth and keep your smiles bright. If you want to know if fluoride treatments are right for you and your family, we can assess your needs and recommend a treatment plan to help your smile dazzle. Call our office today and we will be more than happy to help you further.