Glendale AZ Dentist - Dr. Lee Ann Brady

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18301 N 79th Ave, Suite F164, Glendale, AZ 85308
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Fluoride Treatment

Box of Clearshield topical fluoride varnishEveryone’s risk of developing cavities is different. Your risk depends on many factors like genetics, diet, home care, age, medications and overall health. Some of these factors are within your control and others are not. Preventing cavities is really a balancing act of managing the risk factors and increasing prevention.

Fluoride treatment is a very effective way to prevent cavities. On a microscopic level, fluoride actually replaces calcium in your teeth and is much harder for the bacteria to dissolve, making your teeth stronger. Many of our patients of all ages find they are getting new cavities despite good home care and regular cleanings. When this happens we work with them to add more preventive measures until the scale tips in their favor. A fluoride treatment after your dental hygiene visit is a highly effective & economical way to reduce your risk of getting new cavities. When you are in our office we will help determine whether the application of fluoride is appropriate to combat your risk factors.

What to Expect with a Fluoride Treatment

A clear fluoride “varnish” will be applied your teeth at the end of your professional dental cleaning using a small brush. The fluoride should be allowed to stay on your teeth for several hours to allow maximum effectiveness.

Following a Fluoride Treatment

You will be instructed not to brush or floss for 4-6 hours following the application of fluoride varnish.You can drink water and other cold beverages, but maintain a soft diet and avoid hot liquids and beverages containing alcohol including mouthwashes and rinses during the treatment period.  It is also important not to eat hard or crunchy foods that will displace the fluoride from your teeth.

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  • Here's our own Dr. Lee Ann Brady presenting in an live ADA webinar for dentists https://t.co/vs2JrX4Ro5 April 6, 2020 6:08 PM
  • We're happy to announce that Dr. Lee Ann Brady was voted a "Top Dentist" by her Phoenix-area peers in the annual su… https://t.co/Fk7NfSdb3V November 11, 2018 7:40 PM
  • ADA Releases New Brushing Tips for the New Year https://t.co/yiNVoKSjum February 26, 2017 11:45 PM
  • Here's the basic oral health routine we recommend: Brush your teeth twice a day, floss once a day and visit us every 6 months! April 5, 2016 5:47 PM
  • The ADA recommends that you replace your toothbrush every 3–4 months & we agree! August 21, 2015 10:45 PM

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