Fluoride Treatment In Mississauga
Fortify and safeguard tooth enamel to defend molars against cavities and deterioration.
Guarding Your Teeth Right From The Beginning
Fluoride Treatment
Fluoride treatments are especially advantageous for children. As their adult teeth emerge, these treatments aid in fighting off dental decay through a mechanism known as remineralization. Acids, originating either from plaque or consumed foods, can erode tooth enamel by depleting essential minerals from the teeth. Fluoride intervention halts and reverses this degradation, thereby enhancing the enamel’s strength and its resistance to decay.
Dental Sealants
The chewing surfaces of molars feature numerous grooves and crevices that can readily accumulate acidic plaque or food remnants, making them challenging to clean thoroughly. When children’s new molars come in, dental sealants can serve as an effective barrier to block out debris, safeguard their natural teeth, and ward off decay. These sealants act as a protective coating for these susceptible regions.
The Sealant And Fluoridation Process
Fluoride treatments are typically incorporated into your child’s annual dental cleaning and examination. Sealants are applied on an as-needed basis, generally when a new molar comes in or if the dentist identifies a vulnerable area on the chewing surface of a tooth.
Our in-office fluoride treatment is more potent than over-the-counter options, as it is administered by healthcare professionals. The most frequently used forms are foam or gel, presented in both upper and lower trays. The application takes only a few minutes and is typically done at the conclusion of your teeth cleaning session. To maximize the treatment’s efficacy, we recommend abstaining from eating or drinking for 30 minutes post-application.
The process for applying dental sealants is both straightforward and pain-free, requiring neither drilling nor numbing. Initially, the dentist will meticulously clean and dry the targeted tooth. A mild acidic gel is then applied briefly to roughen the tooth surface, ensuring a robust bonding. After rinsing off the gel and drying the tooth again, the dentist will carefully place the sealant into the tooth’s grooves. A specialized blue light cures the sealant, leaving your bite feeling as natural and comfortable as before.
What Are The Benefits Of Choosing Sealants And Fluoride?
According to the Canadian Dental Association, the prudent and targeted application of sealants on both primary and adult teeth is endorsed, based on a dentist’s risk evaluation and diagnosis. The CDA views sealants as a vital element in a holistic prevention strategy, which also encompasses nutritional guidance, appropriate fluoride usage, maintaining proper oral hygiene, and routine dental check-ups.
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Minimize Tooth Sensitivity The outer layer of a tooth is made up of enamel, while the inner layers consist of dentin, pulp, and nerve. Dentin supports the tooth’s structure but lacks the capability to shield the tooth’s nerve from extremes in temperature or from acidic and sticky foods. Thinning or wearing away of the enamel leads to tooth sensitivity. Fluoride and sealants work to maintain the enamel’s health, thereby aiding in the protection of the sensitive dentin layer from external factors.
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Combat and Reverse Decay Eroded enamel can further deteriorate, leading to cavity formation. Alongside causing tooth sensitivity, exposed dentin carries an additional risk of infection, which could be extremely painful and might necessitate a root canal for tooth preservation. Fluoride treatments and dental sealants not only help in the prevention of decay but also fortify the teeth by rebuilding the enamel and blocking plaque accumulation in problem areas.
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Cost-Effectiveness Over Time Investing in preventative measures today can save you from costly treatments in the future. Fluoride and dental sealants are a cost-effective approach to oral care that helps to avert the need for more expensive procedures, which could become essential if tooth decay is left unchecked.
