What is Topical Fluoride (Fluoride) Application?

Fluoride is a natural compound that strengthens tooth enamel, destroys the structure of decay-causing bacteria, and prevents mineral loss from enamel against acid attacks that occur after meals. Topical fluoride application is a preventative treatment, involving the application of a high-fluoride gel-like preparation to the tooth surfaces with a brush.

Does My Child Need Fluoride Application?

During a pediatric dentist's examination, the necessity of fluoride treatment and its frequency are determined based on factors such as the patient's age, the number of cavities and the risk of new cavities, and their diet.

Is Fluoride Application Safe?

Fluoride application, performed regularly and in the office, is completely safe and has been scientifically proven to be protective.

What is the Purpose of Fluoride Application?

The goal is to strengthen the enamel's building block with fluoride, making the tooth structure more resistant to decay.

Which Teeth Can Fluoride Be Treated?

Fluoride gel is applied to all surfaces of all teeth.

Is Fluoride Gel Chemical? Does It Have Side Effects?

When applied correctly, there are no side effects.

How Long Is Fluoride Gel Effective?

Fluoride gel is effective for 4 to 6 months, depending on your child's decay risk group. It should be repeated after these periods. This way, each new set of teeth will receive the necessary amount of fluoride after a certain period.

How Is Fluoride Application Done?

In Fluoride gel application, specially prepared fluoride preparations are applied to saliva-free tooth surfaces using a special toothbrush.

How Long Does Fluoride Application Take?

Fluoride application is a very simple preventative treatment that takes approximately 5 minutes.

What Should You Keep in Mind After Fluoride Gel Application?

Do not eat or drink for 1 hour after the application. Do not consume milk or dairy products, including ice cream and chocolate, for 24 hours.

What Happens If Dairy Products Are Consumed?

The effectiveness of the treatment will be weakened. It will not harm your child.

What Happens If We Don't Apply Fluoride?

We will be deprived of a decay-protective and tooth-strengthening treatment.