Fluoride Varnish is a dental product, which is usually a high level of sodium fluoride (NaF), professionally applied to prevent, retard or halt cavity formation in the tooth (tooth decay). The varnish itself is a liquid resin that dissolves into a sticky protective layer when mixed with saliva, unlike traditional fluoride gels or foams, creating an easy-to-apply protective film that adheres to the enamel. This helps the fluoride stay in contact with the tooth for a few hours, optimising the incorporation of fluoride into the tooth structure.
Essential Characteristics and Uses
- Composition & Mechanism : The varnish has a high concentration of fluoride (usually 5% Sodium Fluoride). After applying, the fluoride is gradually released, and as it enters the enamel, remineralisation occurs —a process that hardens the tooth structure and increases its resistance to acid attacks caused by bacteria.
- Decay Prevention : Frequent use is highly effective in minimising the occurrence of caries (decay) in both primary and permanent teeth. It is beneficial in inhibiting smooth-surface corrosion.
- Hypersensitivity Relief : Varnish can also seal microscopic dentinal tubules, providing effective and instant relief from tooth sensitivity (dentinal hypersensitivity).
Versatile Indications
- Children and Adolescents : 2-4 times in an entire year, recommended as a part of a complete statement of prevention.
- High-Risk Patients : Patients having high cavity rates, dry mouth (xerostomia), or orthodontic devices.
- Patient's Sensitive : This is applied directly to the area of tooth exposure or root loss to relieve pain quickly.
Why Choose Dr Sujeet's Dental Care & Orthodontic Centre for Varnish Application?
- Optimal Effectiveness : We apply a high-level, clinically tested fluoride varnish to give your enamel the highest protection and remineralisation.
- Speed and Comfort : The easy, non-groggy application experience is hassle-free for children and minimal time in the chair is assured.
- Integrated Prevention : Varnish Application - To provide extra support to the tooth structure, we apply varnish during our general preventive visits, complementing prevention procedures such as professional cleaning and hygiene education.
Contact Us
To safeguard your smile with the easy and highly efficient defence of an application of Fluoride Varnish, call Dr Sujeet Dental Care and Orthodontic Centre and book your appointment.
Call Us : (+91) 8668974167
Email Us : clinic@drsujeetortho.com
Visit Us : Office No. 9, Building No. A1, Survey No. 570/571, Vishnu Vihar Society, Gangadham - Shatrunjay Rd, Bibwewadi, Pune, Maharashtra 411037