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Fluoride Treatment & Fissure Sealants

Preventive treatments that help protect tooth enamel against decay, often recommended for children.

About this treatment

Fluoride helps strengthen tooth enamel and make it more resistant to decay. A fluoride varnish may be applied to the teeth as part of preventive care.

Fissure sealants are thin protective coatings placed on the chewing surfaces of back teeth, where natural grooves can trap food and bacteria. They are often recommended for children’s permanent back teeth. Your dentist will advise whether these treatments are suitable.

What happens during treatment

A general overview — your dentist will explain the exact plan for your case.

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    Step 1: The dentist checks the teeth and decides which treatment is suitable.

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    Step 2: For fluoride varnish, the teeth are dried and a thin layer of varnish is painted on — this takes only a few minutes.

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    Step 3: For fissure sealants, the tooth surface is cleaned and prepared, then the sealant is applied to the grooves and hardened.

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    Step 4: Sealants are checked at later visits and repaired if needed.

Aftercare & tips

Simple steps to help you recover well and look after your teeth.

If you have severe pain, swelling or bleeding that does not settle, contact us on +92 345 7323334.

  • After fluoride varnish, follow your dentist’s advice about eating, drinking and brushing for the rest of the day.

  • Sealants do not replace brushing — keep brushing twice a day with fluoride toothpaste.

  • Keep regular check-ups so sealants can be checked.

Fluoride Treatment & Fissure Sealants: common questions

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Is fluoride treatment or a sealant painful?

Injections and drilling are not usually needed. Both treatments are generally quick and comfortable, which makes them well suited to children.

How long do fissure sealants last?

Sealants can last several years, but they can wear or chip over time. Your dentist will check them at routine visits.

Ready to schedule your visit?

Get in touch with our team to arrange a dental appointment or an ultrasound examination at a time that suits you.