A fluoride treatment is a quick, comfortable preventive service that helps strengthen your child’s tooth enamel and protect against cavities. During treatment, a concentrated fluoride varnish is applied directly to the teeth. Fluoride treatments work best when combined with daily brushing, flossing, a balanced diet, and regular pediatric dental visits.
Fluoride is a naturally occurring mineral found in water and some foods. It helps strengthen tooth enamel and can make teeth more resistant to the acids that cause cavities.
Fluoride helps protect teeth by strengthening enamel and supporting the remineralization of areas weakened by acid. Topical fluoride is found in products such as toothpaste and professional fluoride varnish. Drinking fluoridated water can also provide ongoing protection for developing smiles.
Some children may benefit from additional fluoride treatments because of factors such as:
Your child’s dentist will consider their age, oral health, cavity risk, and sources of fluoride before recommending treatment.
Good oral hygiene at home is an important part of protecting your child’s smile. Help your child brush twice daily with an age-appropriate amount of fluoride toothpaste and floss wherever neighboring teeth touch. Regular pediatric dental visits to Pediatric Dental Professionals allow us to monitor your child’s development and recommend preventive care based on their individual needs. For more information on fluoride treatments, read our blog on What Does Fluoride Actually Do.
Our team has delivered outstanding pediatric dental care in Austin, TX for over 45 years. We are committed to providing our community with safe, gentle, high-quality dental care.
Should you have any questions or concerns regarding your dental care, we are more than happy to discuss how you can achieve a beautiful and healthy smile.
As a top dentist in Austin, TX, we have helped hundreds of families achieve their oral health goals and are eager to help you and your family do the same.