| Fluoride is a natural element that exists in varying concentrations in untreated ground water all over the world. It is NOT poisonous. Fluoride functions in the tooth structure in much the same way as calcium. |
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| THE POSITIVE EFFECTS OF FLUORIDE |
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It is much tougher & more resistant against acids (which is formed by plaque) than calcium
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Bacteria (S.mutans) are sensitive to fluoride and don't reproduce as rapidly and effectively in the presence of fluoride
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It will help to re-mineralise areas on the teeth that have already been targeted by S.mutans. Re-mineralisation will help strenghten and desensitize these damaged areas.
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These effects of fluoride are HIGHLY beneficial to teeth and this is why it
is recommended worldwide
| WHEN CAN YOU EXPECT TO HAVE FLUORIDE TREATMENTS DONE WHEN VISITING OUR ROOMS? |
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After Scaling & Polishing |
Mainly to re-mineralises the tooth’s structure and to make it more resistant against acid attacks
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Medium to High Risk
Patients to Develop Cavities |
To prevent rapid reproduction of S.Mutans.
To re-mineralises the tooth’s structure
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The Child with Early Childhood Caries |
To prevent rapid reproduction of S.Mutans.
To re-mineralises the tooth’s structure
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Preventative Treatments |
All of the above
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Fluoride is most beneficial when applying to the age group
younger than 35, due to better absorbsion.
The beneficial effect also applies in older teeth, just to a lesser degree.
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