ABOUT THE PROCEDURE
- Fluoride is a naturally occurring mineral found in soil, water, plants, and foods
- Water is NOT fluoridated in Fairbanks, Alaska
- Benefits when varnish is applied four times per year
- Cavity prevention
- Reduces sensitivity
- Rebuilds (remineralizes) enamel
- Prevents acid breakdown (lowers pH threshold of enamel breakdown)
- Inhibits bacteria in the mouth
- Fluoride varnish is applied directly onto the teeth with a small brush.
POST-OPERATIVE INSTRUCTIONS
- Directly after the procedure, you can drink water and swallow any excess fluoride
- For 4 hours after the procedure AVOID
- Sticky, chewy foods
- Hard, crunchy foods
- Hot or alcoholic liquids
- Brushing/flossing
Your oral hygiene care is important to us at Fairbanks Family Dental Care. Please do not hesitate to contact us with questions or concerns regarding your child’s continued care and health.
Fairbanks Family Dental Care
360A Old Chena Pump Rd
Fairbanks, AK 99709
(907) 921-8888
fairbanksdentalcare@gmail.com
Fairbanksfamilydentalcare.com