FLUORIDE TREATMENT
LOS ANGELES
NOT TODAY, CAVITIES.
Maintain the strength and health of your teeth through our professional fluoride treatment in Los Angeles, which involves the application of a concentrated fluoride varnish to the outer surface of your teeth.
This efficient in-office procedure includes the application of a concentrated fluoride solution by your dentist to strengthen the enamel and prevent the formation of cavities.
WHY IS FLUORIDE GOOD FOR TEETH?
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Fluoride, a natural mineral, plays a crucial role in strengthening tooth enamel and preventing cavities. It also inhibits bacterial growth in the mouth, which is beneficial for combating early-stage tooth decay. Our fluoride varnish effectively restores lost tooth enamel, providing up to three months of protection against cavities. This treatment is highly recommended for adults with a history of cavities and children who need to enhance their tooth enamel.
WHAT HAPPENS AT THE FLUORIDE VARNISH APPOINTMENT?
First, teeth are cleaned and dried to prepare teeth for fluoride application. This helps the fluoride varnish bond with the tooth surface.
Your hygienist applies a thin coating of fluoride on the teeth during a dental appointment. This is known as varnishing. The fluoride varnish hardens when it comes into contact with saliva.
At bedtime, the excess fluoride is removed while brushing the teeth, and the already hardened fluoride will fortify teeth for several months following treatment. Repeat the professional fluoride application four times per year (or every three months) for best results.
DOES FLUORIDE VARNISH REALLY WORK?
Hundreds of patients at Dr. Ali Mo Los Angeles Cosmetic Dentistry have improved their oral health with the use of a professional fluoride varnish treatment. Fluoride varnish is endorsed by the American Dental Association and Dental Hygiene Association. It has also been approved by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) for effectiveness in cavity prevention.
PREPARING FOR A FLUORIDE VARNISH AT THE DENTIST
Avoid eating chewy, sticky, or hot food and drink on the day of the fluoride varnish treatment.
Soft foods that are free of refined sugar are best, such as soup, healthy shakes, or soft fruits such as bananas. It is best to avoid brushing teeth for four hours (at minimum) after the varnish is applied. Patients may brush their teeth before bedtime on the day of treatment.
HOW TO PREVENT CAVITIES
Untreated cavities can result in tooth sensitivity, infections, and potential tooth loss, which can have adverse effects on both the affected tooth and neighboring teeth. The good news is that cavities can be prevented. In addition to fluoride treatment, maintaining strong tooth enamel can be achieved by following these dental hygiene tips:
Avoid Foods That Cause Cavities
Cavity prevention starts with a proper diet. When bacteria in the mouth break down sugar and carbohydrates from food that is eaten, it produces natural acids that can weaken tooth enamel. Enamel is a hard, protective coating that is present on the outermost layer of the tooth structure. Enamel breakdown is a process known as demineralization. Once this occurs, the teeth have less protection to ward off bacteria and the acids they produce, frequently resulting in an increased risk of cavities. Limiting sugar and carbs, along with drinking plenty of water, greatly lower the risk of tooth demineralization.
Practice Good Oral Hygiene
Good oral hygiene practices are a crucial step in cavity prevention. Brushing teeth twice daily, as well as flossing afterward, rid teeth of food particles that attract the acid-producing bacteria in the mouth that cause tooth enamel breakdown, or demineralization, which leads to cavities in the first place. While fluoride toothpaste may clean teeth, the concentration of fluoride present in the formula is often not enough to remineralize teeth. A professionally applied fluoride varnish at the dentist is far more effective at remineralizing teeth to prevent cavity formation.
After receiving a fluoride treatment from our esteemed dental team at Dr. Ali Mo, patients will start to notice several immediate benefits. The significant advantages of fluoride treatment include:
- Improved oral health
- Fewer cavities
- Quick in-office treatment
- Easy tooth protection
- Safe and effective
- A healthy smile you can feel proud of
If you’re interested in protecting your own or your children’s teeth with fluoride treatment Los Angeles oral health professionals at Dr. Ali Mo Cosmetic Dentistry can help. Contact our office to schedule today by calling (xxx) xxx-xxxx. Our friendly reception team looks forward to taking your call.
