Fluoride Treatment in Singapore | AllSmiles Dental Care

Q: How long does the fluoride treatment last?

The effects of the treatment are both immediate and long lasting.Depending on your oral health, the dentist may recommend routine oral maintenance with fluoride treatment if necessary. The frequency can be in intervals of 3 months, 6 months or 12 months.

WHAT IS FLUORIDE TREATMENT?

Fluoride treatment is a professional dental procedure where a concentrated fluoride solution is applied directly onto your teeth in the form of a gel or varnish. The concentration used in a clinical setting is significantly higher than everyday fluoride toothpaste, providing stronger and longer-lasting protection.

When fluoride bonds to your tooth structure, it encourages the reabsorption of minerals such as calcium and phosphate, a process known as remineralisation. This repairs enamel weakened by bacteria and acid, making your teeth more resistant to decay and reducing sensitivity.

How do your teeth benefit from fluoride treatment?

Fluoride treatment joins to your tooth structure, encouraging the reabsorption of essential minerals to restore your enamel's strength.

Repairs weakened enamel: Repairs enamel weakened or eroded by bacteria through mineral reabsorption
Restores tooth minerals: Redeposits essential minerals back onto your teeth's surface
Strengthens against bacteria: Builds your enamel's resistance to future oral bacterial invasion
Prevents cavities: Helps stop the development of cavities before they start

Kids Dentist Singapore - a dentist applying concentrated fluoride on the teen's teeth after cleaning her teeth

Who needs fluoride treatment?

Depending on your oral assessment and health, the dentist will advise and recommend the frequency of the treatment.
Look out some of these symptoms before consulting your dentist.

Children

Kids Dentist Singapore - a child smiling happy with her primary teeth after visiting the dentist's office

Dental cavities are knows as one of the most common chronic childhood diseases. Hence, it is recommended for children to visit the dentist for fluoride treatments every 3–6 months, depending on their risk of cavities.

Adults

Fluoride Treatment for increasing chances of developing plaque & tartar on tooth

Adults often experience gum recession, exposing part their teeth surface and increasing their risk of developing cavities. It is typically recommended for adults at high risk of cavities to get fluoride treatments twice a year.

Patients with braces & orthodontics

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There are many tiny spaces between orthodontic applicances that can be hard to reach with toothbrushes. These spots may cause tooth decay over time as the plaque accumulates. Hence, those with braces or other orthodontic appliances can seek fluoride treatment to protect their teeth from decay.

The Process Of Fluoride Treatment

Step 1

Cleaning the teeth

Your teeth will be cleaned, and any residue such as calculus and plaque will be removed for maximum fluoride absorption during the treatment.

Step 2

Application of Fluoride

Your dentist will apply a concentrated fluoride gel or varnish onto your teeth. The entire process will take around just 2-3 minutes.

Absorption of fluoride

To ensure your teeth absorbs the fluoride well, you should avoid eating or drinking for 30 minutes immediately after the treatment.

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FAQs

How long does the fluoride treatment last?

How does fluoride treatment help patients with tooth sensitivity?

Daily wear and tear from eating and drinking and diets high in acidic food and beverages can cause plaque to demineralise the enamel layer of your teeth. When the enamel layer is weakened, your teeth become sensitive to external stimuli.

Fluoride helps to re-deposit these minerals (calcium, phosphate and fluoride) into the enamel. The remineralised enamel can now protect your teeth, reducing teeth sensitivity.

How much fluoride do you need to prevent tooth decay?

Practising good oral hygiene and having routine dental visits will help to reduce the risk of developing tooth decay.

However, there are people who are more prone to tooth decay and cavities because of their lifestyles and health conditions.

Depending on your risk of developing tooth decay, your dentist may recommend fluoride supplements and treatments after the initial assessment of your oral condition. These supplements can come in the form of tablets, mouthwash, gels and more.

What are the effects of overdosing on fluorides?

Overdosing on fluoride supplements can cause nausea, diarrhoea and tiredness.

Children aged under six should avoid using fluoridated toothpaste because they may not have learnt how to spit thoroughly. Leftover fluoride can build up in their mouths and lead to fluorosis.

Fluorosis causes the development of brittle spots on teeth. This can cause teeth to break easily, which puts children at a higher risk of dental infection.

Fluoride Treatment for Stronger Teeth