How Do You Treat Fluorosis?
Fluorosis is a staining, spotting, or in severe cases, pitting of the enamel of the teeth caused by an overexposure to fluoride. It usually begins to develop in children during the time when their adult teeth are forming, or between the ages of two and six. Once this dental disorder sets in, the damage cannot be reveresed. But there are cosmetic alternatives that may help to cover up stains and damaged teeth. The best way to handle fluorosis, however, is to prevent it. See the resource below for an informative article on fluorosis prevention in children. Firstly, the spots caused by mild fluorosis are white and cannot be treated by traditional teeth whitening methods. Peroxide/bleaching treatments will simply exaggerate the white spots and make them more pronounced. Dental veneers are thin porcelain shells that are placed over the teeth and can be a good way to treat severe fluorosis on front top teeth. Another possible treatment is what is known as composite crowns. These are made of
