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A Fluoride Treatment Can Improve the Health and Strength of Your Tooth Enamel

Posted March 20, 2017

Tooth enamel is the very hard biological substance that gives your teeth the strength to chew and profess the foods you eat. Its mineral density prevents bacterial decay from developing within the tooth enamel, thus preserving your oral health and function.

If you routinely struggle to maintain good oral hygiene habits, or if you consume acidic products on a regular basis, it could deplete the mineral strength of your teeth. This will significantly increase your chances of developing cavities and tooth sensitivity complications.

One easy and effective way to strengthen tooth enamel and maintain healthy teeth is to have Dr. [doctor_name] administer a basic fluoride treatment. This will help bolster the mineral density of your teeth to help restore their overall strength.

To do this, Dr. [doctor_name] will pour a concentrated fluoride gel into a tray that is inserted in your mouth and held there for a few minutes. You should avoid eating or drinking for at least a half an hour to allow the fluoride to deeply penetrate the enamel of your teeth.

Going forward, you might want to consider cutting back on acidic foods and beverages. Brushing your teeth with a fluoride toothpaste will also be helpful.

If you live in the [city], [state], area and you have concerns about the health and strength of your teeth, you should call [phone] to schedule a checkup with fluoride treatment at [practice_name].

Fluoride Basics

Posted November 8, 2016

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]!

Enamel Erosion Can Often Be Countered by Increased Exposure to Fluoride

Posted September 15, 2016

Your tooth enamel is actually a biologically formed mineral structure that, when healthy, is harder than your strongest bones. Unfortunately, the natural bacteria in your mouth and the acidic foods and drinks you consume can erode the microscopic density of tooth enamel minerals, promoting the formation of tooth decay.

Prolonged enamel erosion can create microscopic channels through the enamel, exposing the sensitive dentin layer of the tooth. When this happens, you might experience symptoms such as a sharp or stinging pain when you eat or drink something that is hot, cold, sweet or acidic. Over time, unchecked enamel erosion also promotes tooth decay.

Increased exposure to fluoride restores the mineral content of your tooth enamel. This process is known as remineralization and it strengthens tooth enamel and effectively reduces the effects of enamel erosion.

If your [practice_name] dentist, Dr. [doctor_name], notices signs of enamel erosion, [heshe] might recommend a series of different treatment options to increase your fluoride exposure. This often includes receiving a basic fluoride treatment, taking fluoride supplements and using fluoride toothpaste.

If you are concerned that you might have issues with enamel erosion, you should call [practice_name] at [phone] to know more about fluoride in [city], [state].