Fluoride Treatments and Fissure Sealants
Fluoride is a natural mineral that is part of most food and water supplies and is frequently used more than 50 years to prevent tooth decay.
Fluoride
Fluoride is one of many components required to keep smile healthy and hygienic. Preventing tooth decay requires eating balanced meals, reduction in sugary snacks, sugary/energy drinks/mineral water brushing and flossing regularly, and visiting your dentist every 6 months for check-ups and cleanings.
Our dental professionals may recommend fluoride treatments for the following:
- Deep grooves and or deep pits on the chewing surfaces of teeth (molars and pre-molars)
- Roots are exposed and sensitive are sensitive cold/hot foods/air
- Poor oral hygiene and rampant decay
- Increased sugar or carbohydrates intake
- Limited exposure to fluoride- using rain water for drinking/cooking purposes
- Medications and medical treatments that may limit saliva flow increasing the risks to tooth decay.
Sealants
When there are deep grooves (Fissures) in the surface of premolars and molars, our team may apply a thin resin tooth coloured coating, otherwise known as a fissure sealant. This procedure is quick, painless and is under without any anaesthetic. 75% of dental decay is attributed to these deep grooves in teeth. The appearance of deep grooves in your teeth make the teeth more susceptible to decay because of food impaction and the difficulty in cleaning these areas. The sealant can help create an easy shallow surface to clean and prevents decay.
- Baby teeth – If the child is prone to cavities this is occasionally done if the teeth also have deep fissures
- Children and teenagers – Some children ages 6-16 years may have extremely cavity-prone teeth as well as the permanent back teeth
- Adults – Teeth that already have deep grooves and depressions without decay
Frequently Asked Questions
01. What are fluoride treatments, and why might Deakin Dental in Mildura recommend them for me?
Fluoride is a natural mineral that helps prevent tooth decay by strengthening tooth enamel. At Deakin Dental in Mildura, our dental professionals may recommend fluoride treatments for Mildura residents with deep grooves or pits in their teeth, exposed and sensitive tooth roots, poor oral hygiene, a high sugar intake, limited fluoride exposure (such as those using rainwater), or medical conditions causing dry mouth.
02. What are fissure sealants, and how can they protect my teeth in Mildura?
Fissure sealants are thin, tooth-coloured resin coatings applied to the deep grooves (fissures) on the chewing surfaces of back teeth (molars and premolars). At Deakin Dental in Mildura, we use sealants to create a smooth, easy-to-clean surface, preventing food and bacteria from getting trapped and significantly reducing the risk of tooth decay, a common concern for many in the Mildura region.
03. Is the application of fluoride treatments and fissure sealants at Deakin Dental in Mildura painful?
No, both fluoride treatments and the application of fissure sealants at our Mildura clinic are typically quick and painless procedures. Fissure sealants are applied without the need for any anesthetic. Fluoride treatments usually involve applying a varnish or gel to the teeth. You should experience no discomfort during either process at Deakin Dental in Mildura.
04. Who can benefit from fluoride treatments and fissure sealants at your Mildura dental practice?
Fluoride treatments are beneficial for a wide range of individuals in Mildura, from children to adults, especially those at a higher risk of tooth decay. Fissure sealants are particularly effective for children and teenagers as their permanent back teeth erupt and often have deep grooves. However, even adults in Mildura with deep grooves in their teeth without decay can benefit from sealant protection at Deakin Dental.
05. How do fluoride treatments at Deakin Dental in Mildura help prevent tooth decay?
Fluoride, a natural mineral, works to prevent tooth decay in several ways. When applied at Deakin Dental in Mildura, it strengthens the enamel, which is the outer protective layer of your teeth. This makes your teeth more resistant to acid attacks from bacteria and sugars in your mouth. Fluoride can also help to remineralize early signs of tooth decay, essentially helping to repair weakened enamel and prevent cavities from forming. Regular fluoride treatments at our Mildura clinic are an effective way to maintain strong and healthy teeth.
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