Fluoride Basics

Your smile and oral health are important to our [practice_name] dental team, which is why we encourage you to take great care of your teeth and gums on a regular basis. One way you can do so is by taking advantage of fluoride.

To help you know a little bit more about fluoride, we have provided the answers to the following questions:

What is fluoride?
Fluoride is a natural mineral that is very beneficial for your teeth. It seeps into your tooth enamel and strengthens it, giving it the ability to fight tooth decay and enamel erosion. It also helps your teeth by repairing the enamel when it has been attacked or worn down by a harmful substance, which is called remineralization.

How can I get fluoride?
You can get fluoride by using fluoride toothpaste when you brush your teeth twice each day, drinking fluoridated water as much as possible, and receiving a professional fluoride treatment during your six month checkups.

How do I know if my toothpaste contains fluoride?
Ensuring that your paste contains fluoride is simple and easy. All you need to do is look at the ingredient label and see if fluoride is listed.

Is fluoride harmful for children?
Fluoride isn’t generally harmful for children. However, it is harmful if your child receives too much fluoride. This is called dental fluorosis. This involves tooth discoloration or mottled tooth enamel. The best way to know the perfect amount of fluoride to receive is by talking to your dentist, Dr. [doctor_name].

Fluoride can help you in many ways. If you would like to learn more about this beneficial mineral or if you have questions, call our office today at [phone]. We look forward to teaching you more about fluoride in [city], [state]!


How to Strengthen Your Smile Each Day

Welcome to Chaffin Dental care, where we are pleased to provide fluoride treatments for our patients in Spokane, Washington and the surrounding areas. If you’re interested in knowing how to strengthen your smile and prevent tooth decay, our [practice_name] team is happy to help you! Fluoride is the key to having a strong, successful, and healthy smile.

Fluoride in [city], [state], is a mineral that is found in many natural resources, and it’s best to receive the proper amount of fluoride each day so you can nourish and strengthen your teeth on a regular basis. To help you do so, Dr. [doctor_name] and our team recommend doing the following things:

Take advantage of fluoride dental treatment: When you come in to receive a dental cleaning and exam, our team will offer a professional fluoride treatment. This treatment will generally come in the form of a foam, gel, or varnish and it will give your teeth the strength they need to survive.

Use fluoride toothpaste: It’s best to brush your teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste. That way your teeth will be strengthened and nourished on a daily basis.

Drink fluoridated water: Fortunately, your city fluoridates your tap water, so make sure you drink enough tap water so you can receive the fluoride you need. You can also find fluoridated water in some bottled waters.

Use fluoride mouthwash: If you rinse your mouth daily with fluoride mouthwash, your smile will be deeply cleaned and strengthened.

Eat foods that contain fluoride: There are some foods you can eat to increase your fluoride intake. Those foods are pickles, spinach, tomatoes, carrots, asparagus, and beets. For more food tips, please talk to your dentist.

For more tips and information about fluoride, please call [phone] at your earliest convenience and talk to your dentist or a member of our friendly dental team. We are happy to help you in any way we can, and we look forward to hearing from you!


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