The general strength of your tooth enamel has a significant bearing on the overall health of your teeth. Tooth enamel that has been demineralized by poor oral hygiene and the frequent consumption of acidic beverages can be increasingly prone to suffering tooth decay and tooth sensitivity problems.
Fortunately, your routine dental checkup at Eby Family Dental’s dental clinic is designed to detect any dental health concerns and developing oral health conditions before they can worsen into a more serious problem.
If your teeth show signs of demineralization or you have been dealing with tooth sensitivity problem he might recommend a basic fluoride treatment. This can be performed immediately following your regularly scheduled checkup.
The treatment calls for pouring a modest amount of concentrated fluoride gel into special trays that conform to the basic shape of your dentition. You will need to hold them your mouth for a few minutes.
It’s best to avoid eating or drinking for up to half an hour after the fluoride treatment to allow the fluoride to deeply saturate the microscopic pores in your tooth enamel. This will your teeth less prone to cavities and tooth sensitivity.
If you live in the Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin, area, and you are due for your next dental checkup or you’ve been having troubles with tooth sensitivity, you should call 920-563-2928 to schedule an appointment at Eby Family Dental’s dental clinic.