Treatment of fluorosis

Fluorosis — a disease that affects tooth enamel and changes its appearance. A characteristic sign is the appearance of spots, stripes or darkening, which are often perceived only as an aesthetic defect. However, fluorosis — is not just a cosmetic defect, but a violation of the structure of the enamel, which can weaken teeth and increase their sensitivity. At the dentistry "Oxford Medical" in Kyiv, we offer modern methods of treating fluorosis, which allow you to restore the aesthetics of your smile and strengthen dental tissue.

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Fluorosis — is a chronic disease that develops when an excessive amount of fluoride enters the body over a long period of time. As a result, tooth enamel loses its strength, becomes porous and less resistant to external stimuli.

Typical signs of dental fluorosis — white or yellow spots, stripes, and a gradual change in the color of the enamel to a brownish hue. At the initial stage, the lesions may seem barely noticeable, but without appropriate treatment they can turn into a serious aesthetic and functional problem.

In fluorosis, the cause of enamel damage is excessive fluoride concentration entering the body. The most common tooth damage is due to excess fluoride in water, especially if the water has not been properly purified. Frequent use of fluoridated toothpastes, especially in early childhood, is also a danger.

Other factors include:

• taking fluoride-containing drugs without medical supervision;

• living in regions with a high natural fluoride content;

• poor environmental situation.

Thus, fluorosis belongs to the group of diseases caused by impaired mineral metabolism due to the constant intake of fluoride into the body.

The first sign of fluorosis is white spots on the teeth in adults and children, which can gradually darken or turn into pronounced yellow spots on the teeth. Often, patients notice clear horizontal white stripes on the teeth, which is a typical feature of this disease.

Depending on the severity of the symptoms, fluorosis is divided into degrees:

• mild — single light spots that practically do not affect the appearance;

• moderate — pronounced spots, the enamel becomes rough, sensitivity appears;

• severe — significant discoloration, cracks and destruction of the enamel.

Diagnosis of fluorosis begins with a thorough examination of the teeth by a dentist. During the initial appointment, the doctor carefully assesses the condition of the enamel, determines the presence of spots, stripes or other visual signs of fluorosis. Particular attention is paid to such characteristic signs as a change in the color of the tooth surface, the degree of damage to the enamel, its structure and sensitivity.

In addition, the dentist conducts a mandatory differential diagnosis to accurately determine why there are white spots on the teeth and exclude other diseases that have similar symptoms. These may be local enamel hypoplasia, demineralization, the initial form of caries or other dental pathologies. Only a dentist who knows what dental diseases are and how they manifest themselves can make an accurate diagnosis.

After completing the diagnosis, the doctor will suggest the optimal method of treating fluorosis.

In fluorosis, treatment depends on the degree of enamel damage and the severity of cosmetic defects. In the early stages, conservative methods are used, and in case of significant enamel damage - aesthetic restoration.

These methods are suitable for mild forms of fluorosis, when changes affect only the surface layer of enamel:

• Teeth remineralization. Applying special preparations with calcium and phosphorus to the teeth, which strengthen the enamel, improve its structure and reduce sensitivity.

• Professional teeth cleaning. Removing plaque and tartar, polishing the enamel, making the teeth lighter.

• Enamel microabrasion. A gentle procedure during which the dentist removes a very thin surface layer of enamel along with spots or stripes of fluorosis.

These procedures help improve the appearance of the teeth and partially eliminate fluorosis on the teeth, if the damage is not deep.

In case of pronounced color changes, structural defects and destruction of the enamel, restoration of the shape and appearance of the teeth is required. In such cases, the following is offered:

• Composite restoration. Restoration of part or the entire tooth surface using a photopolymer material matched to the natural color of the teeth.

• Installation of veneers or crowns. Aesthetic restoration of teeth using ceramic overlays or artificial crowns that completely cover fluorotic teeth and give them a natural appearance.

In the dentistry «Oxford Medical» in Kyiv, the dentist selects the treatment for dental fluorosis individually for each patient, taking into account the condition of the enamel, aesthetic wishes and clinical situation. This allows you to achieve maximum aesthetics and a healthy smile even in difficult cases.

By contacting «Oxford Medical», you will receive effective and safe treatment of fluorosis with a guaranteed aesthetic result.

The cost of fluorosis treatment depends on the degree of enamel damage, the chosen method and the extent of restoration. You can pre-read the prices here. The dentist will provide you with more detailed information about the possibilities, program and cost of treatment during the initial consultation.

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