If you notice small white spots on your or your child’s teeth, it could be a sign of fluorosis. While generally harmless, it can impact the appearance of your smile. At Safari Family Dental and Orthodontics, we proudly offer ICON treatment for fluorosis in Aldine, Gulf Fwy, Richmond and Meyerland that can effectively conceal white spots without damaging your enamel. You can trust our qualified dentist, Dr. Momin, to enhance your smile in a safe, comfortable way.
Dental fluorosis is a condition that causes visible changes in the appearance of the teeth, often resulting in white spots or streaks on the enamel. This condition usually occurs during childhood, when a child consumes excessive fluoride from any source while their teeth are still developing.
Although it does not impact the health or function of the teeth, it can still be a cosmetic concern for most people. Instead of using traditional or invasive techniques, our dentists offer advanced ICON treatment that can mask these white spots, enhancing the overall appearance of your smile.
ICON treatment offers various benefits, making it a popular choice for patients of all ages. They include:
We start the treatment process with a consultation, where our dentist will discuss your cosmetic concerns and explain each step of the procedure so you know exactly what to expect. Firstly, we will perform micro-abrasion on the tooth surfaces with white spots. Next, we will apply a mild acidic solution for a few seconds, then rinse it off thoroughly. This step ensures that the resin (used to mask the white spots) adheres strongly to the tooth surface.
Our dentist will then apply a liquid resin that penetrates the enamel and blends with the natural color of your teeth, making the fluorosis spots much less noticeable. Finally, we will harden the resin using a curing light and polish the tooth surface for a smooth, natural finish.
White spots on teeth can occur due to different factors, but one of the most common causes is fluorosis, which occurs due to excessive fluoride intake.
ICON treatment is ideal for those who have noticeable white spots due to fluorosis, demineralization, or braces treatment.
Not at all! This treatment is minimally invasive and does not require drilling your tooth enamel, meaning no pain and discomfort.
Get rid of unsightly white spots on your teeth with ICON treatment for fluorosis at our facility. Call us today.
