A dental varnish is an adhesive form of fluoride applied temporarily on the surface of the tooth. It is allowed to stay on the tooth for several hours. It prevents the development of caries. It also arrests early enamel and dentin caries through remineralization of caries surface. It also helps to treat tooth sensitivity.
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My teeth still pain after a fluoride varnish. What to do?
Query: Hi doctor, I had gone to a dentist. He applied fluoride varnish paste on my teeth saying that the cavities are very small. But my teeth are still paining. What to do? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Dental varnish contains fluoride which is anticarious and hence prevents the progression of tooth decay. Pit caries are very minute and very minimal cavities that are superficially present on the teeth. Pit caries does not require fillings because to do the filling,... Read Full »
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