Topical Fluoride varnishes are professionally applied agents use to prevent dental caries and manage dentinal hypersensitivity especially in pediatric patients. They contain high concentration of fluoride commonly 5% sodium fluoride which enhances enamel remineralization and inhibits demineralization of enamel. Fluoride varnish forms a temporary protective layer on the tooth surface , allowing prolonged fluoride contact time.
These varnishes are especially beneficial for children , high-caries- risk patients , orthodontic patients and individuals with exposed root surfaces. Application is quick , safe and well-tolerated making it suitable even fir young children . Regular use has been shown to significantly reduce caries incidence and strengthen enamel . Overall , topical fluoride varnishes are a simple cost-effective and evidence based preventive strategy in modern dental practice.
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How often you advice fluoride varnishes to patients ?
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