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Procedures

Topical fluoride

Consumer information

Fluoride, topical
Relative cost of procedure ($ - $$$$$)
Relative cost of procedure ($-$$$$$)
$
Time commitment (average)
Time commitment (average)
10 minutes
Temporary discomfort potential
Temporary discomfort potential
Can help improve sensitivity
Cosmetic results (how it looks)
Cosmetic results (how it looks)
Not applicable
Wear properties
Wear properties
Not applicable
Irreversible pulpitis/infection potential
Irreversible pulpitis/infection potential
Not applicable
Fracture resistance
Fracture resistance
Not applicable
Tooth reduction (amount required)
Tooth reduction (amount required)
None
Corrosion, metal sensitivity/allergy potential
Corrosion, metal sensitivity/allergy potential
High doses of fluoride are corrosive and toxic. Dental fluoride is generally considered safe when used as directed.
Soft tissue irritation potential
Soft tissue irritation potential
Low