Protecting Your Child’s Smile From The Start
Fluoride Treatment
Fluoride treatments can be especially helpful for children as their permanent teeth develop. Fluoride supports remineralization, helping restore minerals that can be lost when acids from plaque and foods weaken tooth enamel. Regular fluoride treatments can strengthen enamel and make teeth more resistant to cavities and everyday wear.
Dental Sealants
The chewing surfaces of molars contain small grooves and pits where food and plaque can collect, making some areas harder to clean thoroughly. Once children’s molars appear, dental sealants can be applied to these vulnerable surfaces. The thin protective coating helps keep bacteria and food particles out, adding another layer of defence against cavities and tooth decay.
Why Consider Fluoride Treatments And Dental Sealants?
The Canadian Dental Association recommends the appropriate and selective use of sealants for primary and permanent teeth based on an individual risk assessment and diagnosis by a dentist. Sealants can be part of a complete preventive dental care plan alongside healthy nutrition, proper fluoride exposure, daily oral hygiene and routine dental visits.
Help Protect Against Sensitivity
Enamel forms the hard outer surface of your teeth. Beneath it are layers of dentin, pulp and nerves. Dentin supports the tooth but does not provide the same protection from hot, cold, acidic or sticky foods. When enamel becomes weakened or worn, teeth may become more sensitive. Fluoride and sealants help protect vulnerable areas and support stronger enamel.
Help Prevent Tooth Decay
When enamel is weakened, decay can gradually develop and lead to cavities. Exposed dentin may also increase the risk of discomfort and infection, which could require treatment such as a root canal to preserve the affected tooth. Fluoride helps strengthen enamel, while sealants cover areas where plaque and food can collect, helping reduce the risk of decay.
Support Long-Term Oral Health
Preventive care can help you avoid more extensive dental treatment in the future. Fluoride treatments and sealants are relatively simple preventive options that can help protect teeth before decay becomes a larger concern. Taking steps to strengthen and shield vulnerable areas now may help reduce the need for more involved and costly procedures later.
What To Expect From Fluoride And Sealant Treatments
Fluoride treatments are often added to your child’s regular teeth cleaning and exam, typically once a year. Sealants are recommended when needed, often after a permanent molar comes in or when your dentist notices a deep groove or other area that may be more vulnerable to decay.
Fluoride Treatment
Professional fluoride treatments contain a higher concentration than many over-the-counter products and are applied by trained dental professionals in our office. A common option is a fluoride foam or gel placed in trays that fit over the upper and lower teeth. The treatment only takes a few minutes and is typically applied at the end of your teeth cleaning. For the best results, patients are usually asked to wait about 30 minutes before eating or drinking.
Dental Sealant Application
Getting a dental sealant is quick, comfortable and does not require drilling or freezing. First, the dentist cleans and dries the tooth carefully. A mild conditioning gel is then placed on the surface to help the sealant bond securely. After the gel is rinsed away and the tooth is dried, the sealant is applied into the natural grooves and pits. A special curing light hardens the material, and your bite should continue to feel comfortable and natural.
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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.
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