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Polishing and fluoride treatment represent the final, essential steps of a comprehensive professional dental cleaning. These entirely painless procedures focus on perfecting the aesthetic finish of your teeth while providing deep, long-lasting protection against tooth decay.
What is Dental Polishing?
Immediately after the removal of plaque and tartar (scaling), a specialized, soft rotating brush or rubber cup is used in combination with a professional prophylactic paste.
- Smoothing the Enamel: It smooths out microscopic rough patches on the tooth surfaces.
- Refreshing Cleanliness: It removes any remaining soft debris, leaving your mouth feeling remarkably fresh and clean.
- Plaque Prevention: Because the enamel becomes perfectly slick, it prevents bacteria and newly formed plaque from easily adhering to the teeth.
What is Fluoride Treatment & Why is it Vital?
Fluoride is a natural mineral that acts as a powerful shield for your teeth. During the treatment, a highly concentrated, pleasantly flavored fluoride gel or varnish is applied topically to the teeth for just a few minutes.
- Strengthens the Enamel: It remineralizes the enamel, making it significantly harder and more resistant to everyday acid attacks from food and bacteria.
- Prevents Cavities: It can actually reverse early, microscopic stages of tooth decay before a full cavity forms.
- Reduces Sensitivity: It is highly effective in desensitizing teeth that react uncomfortably to hot or cold temperatures.
Dr. Andreas Nikolaidis incorporates polishing and custom fluoride applications to fortify your teeth, delivering a strong, protected, and radiant smile that stands resilient against decay.