Fluoride Treatments
Quick, gentle protection that strengthens young smiles and prevents cavities.
Fluoride treatments help keep growing teeth strong and resistant to decay. It’s an easy, stress-free step toward a lifetime of healthy smiles.
Clinically reviewed by Dr. Serena Yu, Lead Paediatric Dentist at Starlight Dental. A.B. Brown University (USA), DMD Tufts University (USA), Paediatric Dentistry NYU Langone (USA)
Why It’s Important
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Builds Strong Teeth
Fluoride strengthens enamel, helping teeth stay strong and more resistant to decay.
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Prevents Cavities Early
Shields developing teeth from damage before cavities can form.
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Quick and Painless
The treatment takes just a few minutes.
How fluoride treatment works
Fluoride pulls minerals back into enamel that’s starting to weaken, a process called remineralisation, before a soft spot has the chance to turn into a cavity you can see. We simply paint a fluoride varnish onto the teeth after cleaning. It sets on contact with saliva, so there’s no waiting around with a mouthguard full of gel.
Who benefits most from fluoride treatment
Kids with deep grooves in their molars, a history of cavities, low fluoride in their tap water, or braces get the most out of regular fluoride treatment. We’ll gently flag it at your child’s check-up if we think they’re in a higher-risk group, it’s simply extra protection, nothing to worry about.
Is fluoride treatment safe for children
Yes, completely. For prevention of cavities, The American Academy of Paediatric Dentistry recommends professionally applied fluoride for any individual at risk of cavities. The professional-strength dose we apply is tiny, a fraction of what’s in a tube of toothpaste. We just ask parents to hold off on food and drink for 30 minutes afterwards so it has time to work.
Sources: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Policy on Use of Fluoride
FAQs
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Yes, it is recommended for any child at risk for cavities. The professional dose is small and applied under supervision.
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Typically every 6 months alongside the regular check-up, more often if recommended.
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Yes, the fluoride we apply is very sticky, so it will remain on the teeth even after consumption of food and water. We ask parents to hold off on food and drink for 30 minutes so it has time to work.