Dental Fluoride Treatment Birmingham AL
Do you have sensitive teeth? Or your worry about your kids getting cavities despite your best efforts of brushing/flossing and healthy eating habits? At Birmingham-based, Comfort Plus Family Dental, we believe that fluoride treatments are beneficial for both adults and children who are at high risk for cavities or have teeth that are sensitive. The risk for cavities increases with poor oral hygiene, poor eating habits like frequent snacking on sugary foods, infrequent visits to the dentist, dry mouth etc.
Fluoride is a naturally occurring element that strengthens the tooth.
Our teeth are covered with a sticky layer of plaque, which is nothing but bacteria in our mouth. As bacteria continue to grow, they produce acid which breaks down the tooth enamel and causes decay. Fluoride treatment makes teeth more resistant to the acid produced by bacteria that can cause tooth decay. It helps promote remineralization of tooth enamel in people of all ages.
If you are prone to getting cavities or are experiencing sensitivity in your teeth, Dr. Gutti will recommend fluoride treatments to you at the time of your dental cleaning or prescribe a fluoride rinse/paste/gel for you to use at home. Patients with dry mouth syndrome, gum recession, diabetes or other health issues that affect their dental health will benefit greatly from fluoride treatment.
Should you have any questions call us today, thank you for considering us for your and your family’s dental needs, we look forward to serving you.