03/18/2026
What is fluoride? 🪥
Fluoride is a naturally occurring mineral that strengthens tooth enamel and helps prevent cavities.
Here’s how it works:
🦷 Acids from bacteria and food weaken enamel
🦷 This process is called demineralization
🦷 Fluoride helps rebuild enamel through remineralization
🦷 It makes teeth more resistant to future acid attacks
Fluoride can even help reverse early-stage decay before it becomes a cavity.
It is commonly found in toothpaste, some drinking water, and professional fluoride treatments provided in dental offices.
When used as directed, fluoride is safe and remains one of the most effective preventive tools in dentistry.
If you have questions about fluoride treatments for yourself or your child, we’re happy to discuss what’s appropriate.