General & Restorative12 Jan 20263 min
Cavity Prevention for Adults: What Actually Works
Fluoride and flossing matter, but so do diet, dry mouth, and restoration margins. The full prevention guide.
Fluoride and flossing matter, but so do diet, dry mouth, and restoration margins. The full prevention guide.
Every major health body recommends fluoride for cavity prevention. Here's what the science actually shows about safety.
High-risk patients benefit from nightly fluoride tray.
Excessive fluoride during tooth development causes white spots. Usually cosmetic only.
Applied by hygienist. Highly effective for cavity prevention.
No — spit, don't rinse. Keeps fluoride on your teeth longer.
Fluoride-rich coating applied professionally. Strong cavity prevention.
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