Fluoride Benefits People of All Ages, Not Just Kids!

As a dentist, we were taught and have seen first-hand about the benefits of fluoride. Fluoride helps to harden the tooth's enamel and protect teeth from decay. Most pediatric dentists, like Dr. Geoffrey Gonzales, in our sister office, Little Smiles of Roselle Park, recommend that pediatric patients receive fluoride treatment at each of their bi-annual hygiene check ups.

Now, there is further evidence of the benefits of fluoride. According to Medical News Today, fluoride actually reduces the ability of decay-causing bacteria to stick to teeth!

So why is it that most dental offices only offer fluoride to its pediatric patients when the benefits of fluoride can be enjoyed by patients of all ages?! Here at Roselle Park Dental, we believe in prevention. We suggest fluoride treatment to all of our patients, regardless of age. Most insurance plans only cover fluoride treatment to those under a certain age, like 15, but who would you rather guide your oral health, your insurance company or your doctor?

Be sure to schedule and keep your bi-annual hygiene appointments to keep your teeth healthy and catch problems early. At these appointments, ask for fluoride treatment and keep those teeth strong! To schedule an appointment at our office, please visit our Website or call (908) 245-1745.