Used to prevent decay most specifically in children's teeth. There is a difference between the two treatments. Discover which option is best for you.
What is a dental sealant?
A dental sealant is a thin plastic coating applied to the grooves on the chewing surfaces of healthy, decay-free teeth. Sealants create a physical barrier that literally “seals out” the food and bacteria that cause tooth decay. Sealants are a very cost-effective way to maintain dental health. Both children and adults can benefit from the added protection sealants provide. Children benefit greatly from sealants for several reasons. The enamel on a newly erupted tooth takes a full three years to mature. This leaves young teeth especially vulnerable to decay.
What is fluoride treatment?
Fluoride is a naturally occurring mineral that has been utilized for many years to help prevent tooth decay. Tooth decay begins when the bacteria and sugars present in the mouth form acids that erode the tooth’s protective enamel. This is done to strengthen tooth enamel and can help prevent dental decay. Fluoride can benefit people of all ages. Children who get adequate fluoride while their teeth are still forming will develop permanent teeth that are stronger and more decay-resistant over a lifetime.
While fluoride can help reverse early tooth decay and prevent cavities, proper oral hygiene, good eating habits and regular dental visits are necessary to aid in the life of your teeth. Call our office today to schedule an oral health consultation with our dentist.
Dental Cavities
A cavity is a hole in the tooth. If your cavity just started, a fluoride treatment may help restore your tooth's enamel and can sometimes reverse a cavity in the very early stages. Other treatment options include:
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Space Maintainers
A space maintainer is custom-made by a dentist using acrylic or metal material. It can be either removable or cemented in a child's mouth. Its purpose is to keep the space open to allow the permanent tooth to erupt and come into place.
We are pleased to announce that we are returning to the full provision of dental services, as permitted by the Alberta Dental Association & College.
As always, the health and well-being of our patients, team, and community remain our highest priority. Our goal will be to continue to provide you with exceptional dental care in the warm, caring environment, while at the same time strictly following all COVID-19 enhanced infection protection and prevention protocols established by the ADA&C and Alberta Health Services, including the following:
👉 Ensuring social distancing protocols are adhered to, with some necessary exceptions.
👉 Maintaining a physical barrier at the reception desk.
👉 Requiring patients to wear a mask and gloves and perform hand hygiene before entering and leaving the office.
👉 Wearing enhanced personal protective equipment (PPE) when necessary including eye protection, face masks (such as N95 masks), nitrile gloves, face shields, and gowns by our team.
👉 Screening for COVID-19 symptoms and risk factors of all patients, team members, and visitors to the office.
👉 No-contact temperature taking and recording for all patients and team members.
👉 Cleaning the reception area with appropriate disinfectants frequently and after every patient.
👉 Minimizing the number of patients in the reception area and office by spacing outpatient arrivals and departures.
If you would like to make a dental or hygiene appointment, or if you have any other questions regarding your dental care at our office, please call us and one of our team members would be pleased to assist you in any way we can.
