Ft Lauderdale Family, Cosmetic, and Sedation Dentistry Blog | Dr. Thomas O'Neil
Monday, August 02, 2010
WHY DO WE NEED FLUORIDE?
Keeping your teeth healthy requires more than just daily brushing and flossing. During a routine hygiene appointment you might be surprised when our hygienist asks you if you would like a FLUORIDE treatment. Adults need FLUORIDE as much as children to prevent tooth decay.
FLUORIDE is a mineral that helps protect the teeth in two ways. Acid created by the bacteria in plaque dissolves or demineralizes tooth enamel. If the teeth have been damaged from acid, FLUORIDE collects in the damaged areas and begins hardening the enamel. FLUORIDE is very beneficial in strengthening teeth and preventing cavities but can not restore teeth that have decay (cavities) already.
A list of reasons to have a FLUORIDE treatment done:
□ Decreased salivary flow
□ Protect root surface
□ To reduce tooth sensitivity
□ Orthodontic treatment□ High risk for developing decay
□ White spots
□ Undergoing head and neck radiation therapy
□ Poor oral hygiene
Call us today to schedule your next appointment with our amazing hygienists Lauren and Bernadette located Tamarac FL. After your cleaning and FLUORIDE appointment you probably will leave our office much more motivated to maintain optimum daily brushing and flossing.
written by jessica and daniella
FLUORIDE is a mineral that helps protect the teeth in two ways. Acid created by the bacteria in plaque dissolves or demineralizes tooth enamel. If the teeth have been damaged from acid, FLUORIDE collects in the damaged areas and begins hardening the enamel. FLUORIDE is very beneficial in strengthening teeth and preventing cavities but can not restore teeth that have decay (cavities) already.
A list of reasons to have a FLUORIDE treatment done:
□ Decreased salivary flow
□ Protect root surface
□ To reduce tooth sensitivity
□ Orthodontic treatment□ High risk for developing decay
□ White spots
□ Undergoing head and neck radiation therapy
□ Poor oral hygiene
Call us today to schedule your next appointment with our amazing hygienists Lauren and Bernadette located Tamarac FL. After your cleaning and FLUORIDE appointment you probably will leave our office much more motivated to maintain optimum daily brushing and flossing.
written by jessica and daniella
posted by The office of Dr. Thomas O'Neil at 3:55 PM
7707 N. University Dr., Suite 201
Tamarac, FL 33321
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