This is a mineral present in water (both salty and fresh), soil and in various foods. Fluoride is also used in toothpastes and rinses which we commonly use to clean our teeth with every day.
Does fluoride help prevent tooth decay?
Yes, it does. Fluoride’s positive impact on oral health is that it helps teeth to build resistance to decadence. To add to that, it is capable of reversing and stopping tooth decay which has already started.
Where do I obtain fluoride from?
Fluoride is offered to the entire community through the public drinking water we drink. You can also purchase fluoride rinses and toothpastes or request our Bolton dentists to offer you professional fluoride commodities such as varnishes and gels.
What does the term dental fluorosis mean?
Although not a disease, dental fluorosis changes the appearance of your child’s teeth by making them have faint white streaks or lines due to high absorption of fluoride.

Is fluorosis a major concern?
Not at all. This is not a concern for a vast number of children and to the lesser number who experience mellow forms of fluorosis, the majority of them don’t even notice it.