Protecting Your Teeth from the Very Start
Fluoride Treatment
Fluoride is especially beneficial for children as their adult teeth emerge. It strengthens enamel by replenishing essential minerals lost due to acids from plaque and food. This process, called remineralization, helps prevent and even reverse early signs of decay, making teeth more resistant to future damage.
Dental Sealants
Molars have deep grooves and fissures that can easily trap food and plaque, increasing the risk of cavities. When new molars come in, applying a dental sealant creates a protective barrier that blocks bacteria and prevents decay. These sealants act as a shield, keeping teeth cleaner and healthier for the long term.
Why Opt for Sealants and Fluoride?
The Canadian Dental Association (CDA) recognizes sealants as a valuable part of preventive dental care, recommending their use for both primary and permanent teeth based on individual risk assessments. Sealants, along with fluoride treatments, good oral hygiene, proper nutrition, and regular dental checkups, play a key role in maintaining lifelong oral health.
Reduce Tooth Sensitivity
Tooth enamel is the protective outer layer of a tooth, shielding the dentin, pulp, and nerve underneath. When enamel becomes thin or worn, teeth become more sensitive to hot, cold, acidic, or sticky foods. Fluoride strengthens enamel, while sealants provide an extra layer of defense, keeping teeth more comfortable and less prone to sensitivity.
Prevent and Reverse Decay
Without proper protection, weakened enamel can lead to cavities and increase the risk of infection. Exposed dentin makes teeth more vulnerable, sometimes requiring root canals to save them. Fluoride treatments help remineralize and strengthen enamel, while sealants act as a physical barrier against plaque and bacteria, reducing the risk of decay.
Save Money in the Long Run
Preventive treatments like fluoride and sealants are affordable and effective, helping to avoid costly dental procedures down the road. Investing in these simple treatments today can prevent the need for fillings, crowns, and other restorative work in the future—saving both time and money.
The Fluoridation and Sealant Process
Fluoride treatments are typically included in your child’s routine cleaning and exam once a year, while sealants are applied as needed—usually after a new molar erupts or if the dentist identifies a high-risk area on the biting surface of a tooth.
Fluoride Treatment
The fluoride treatment we use is stronger and more effective than store-bought options because it is administered by dental professionals. Our most common fluoride treatment is applied as a foam or gel in upper and lower trays. The process takes just a few minutes at the end of a cleaning. To maximize its benefits, patients should avoid eating or drinking for 30 minutes after the treatment to allow full absorption.
Dental Sealant Application
Dental sealants are easy to apply and completely painless. No drilling or freezing is required. The dentist will carefully clean and dry the tooth before applying a mild acidic gel to slightly roughen the surface, ensuring a strong bond. After a few seconds, the gel is rinsed off, and the tooth is dried again. The sealant is then pressed into the grooves of the tooth’s surface, where it forms a protective barrier. Finally, a special blue light is used to harden the sealant. Once completed, the bite should feel natural and comfortable.
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to schedule an initial consultation & exam.
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Your dentist or hygienist will recommend waiting 30 minutes after a fluoride treatment before eating or drinking. This allows the fluoride to properly absorb into your tooth enamel, maximizing its effectiveness in strengthening and protecting your teeth.
Yes! Fluoride is a naturally occurring mineral found in some sources of drinking water. Scientists first discovered its benefits when they noticed that people living in areas with naturally fluoridated water had lower rates of tooth decay. Since then, fluoride has been added to drinking water and integrated into routine dental care. It has been safely and effectively preventing cavities worldwide for generations.
Dental sealant is a protective coating bonded to the biting surfaces of molars. It acts as a shield, preventing bacteria, plaque, and food particles from settling into the deep grooves and fissures of teeth, reducing the risk of cavities.
With proper oral hygiene and regular dental checkups, dental sealants can last up to 10 years. To extend their lifespan:
- Brush and floss daily to maintain oral health.
- Limit acidic foods and drinks, especially before bedtime.
- Have sealants checked at routine visits—if they become worn or chipped, a dentist or hygienist can easily repair them.
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