Dental Fluoride FAQ

Fluoride treatments are an important way to prevent dental cavities in kids' teeth.  Many parents have questions about what fluoride treatments are and why they are an important part of your child's dental care.  We want to clear up any confusion with these fluoride FAQs!

Fluoride FAQs:

What is Fluoride?
Fluoride is a mineral that helps reduce tooth decay.  There are several studies that show that people who add fluoride to their dental care have two-thirds fewer cavities.

How Does Fluoride Work?
Fluoride works to prevent cavities by helping harden the enamel on baby and adult teeth before and after they emerge.  Fluoride helps prevent cavities and can even repair teeth in the very early stages of oral health disease.

How is Fluoride Applied?
Fluoride can come in the form of a solution, gel, foam or varnish.  It is typically placed in a tray that is held in your child's mouth for a few minutes.

Why Can't You Eat or Drink After Treatment?
You shouldn't rinse, eat or drink for at least thirty minutes after a fluoride treatment.  You want to give your teeth enough time to absorb the fluoride.

Still have questions about why fluoride is an important part of your child's routine dental care?  Visit the American Dental Association website or give our office a call!  We are happy to answer any questions you have about how to best care for tiny teeth.

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