What Fluoride Can Do for You

Patient in the dental chair getting a fluoride treatment.

Fluoride is a miracle mineral that can help ward off tooth decay and strengthen your bones. Stronger bones and teeth help you talk, chew, and smile with confidence and ease. While fluoride can be found in tap water and toothpaste, there’s another way to get a boost of fluoride for your smile: the dentist’s office! Read on to learn more about fluoride and the fluoride treatments we offer at Queensboro Plaza Dental Care.

What Is Fluoride, & How Does It Work?

Fluoride is an iodized version of the mineral fluorine. It’s found naturally in water, rocks, soil, and air — pretty much everything that makes up the earth. Fluoride is proven to help strengthen bones and teeth. It mineralizes, or hardens, the enamel of the teeth. Plus, it also wards off bacteria from the surface of the teeth, helping to prevent decay. This is why you see fluoride as a common ingredient in toothpaste, and also why many cities in the U.S. fluoridate their tap water supplies.

Fluoride Treatments

At Queensboro Plaza Dental Care, we offer fluoride treatments to help give your teeth an additional layer of fluoride protection after a routine cleaning. The process is very simple and fast. In fact, it only takes about a minute! During a fluoride treatment, we apply a fluoride solution to your teeth which bonds to your teeth instantly. In fact, you’re free to eat and drink right after receiving a fluoride treatment! No fancy tools or pain needed to get stronger, healthier teeth!

Other Ways to Prevent Tooth Decay

Apart from fluoride treatments, you can protect your teeth by brushing twice a day with fluoridated toothpaste and flossing daily. Other good habits include eating a healthy, balanced diet high in vitamins, minerals, fiber, and protein, and visiting your dentist twice a year for cleanings and examinations. These are all excellent ways to prevent tooth decay and maintain a healthy smile.

Affordable Preventive Dentistry in Long Island City, NY

Whether you need to schedule a regular cleaning or are dreaming of enhancing your smile through a cosmetic or restorative treatment, Queensboro Plaza Dental Care offers affordable comprehensive services. We serve both individuals and families with a wide range of services. Contact us to schedule an appointment today!

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Patient Reviews

Karoline PammerKaroline Pammer
20:52 30 Mar 22
Dr. Nguyen and his staff are extremely competent, friendly and professional. He is very thorough and explains everything very clearly. Finally I feel like I am in good hands when it comes to dental care.
Matt SmithMatt Smith
21:18 05 Feb 22
Great overall experience getting a dental cleaning. Very friendly staff, beautifully designed office, and a comfortable experience watching calming Netflix nature programming while in the chair. Complimentary beverages are in the waiting room and so is a little play area for kids.It felt to me that this was a patient-focused family practice as opposed to a cold, corporate dental mill trying to churn through as many patients as possible.I’ll definitely be coming back here for all my dental needs and I highly recommend.
Sundup SherpaSundup Sherpa
22:07 02 Feb 22
Dr. Nguyen and his staff are very welcoming and they provide an excellent experience every time I visit. I’ve only been here twice for annual checkups but would definitely consider and recommend this place to anyone who appreciates good customer experience and a very thoughtful approach to making sure that you feel at home. I have some procedures set up for later in the month and I must actually be the only person in the world actually looking forward to a dentist appointment.
Jayrockem GottemJayrockem Gottem
21:27 09 Nov 21
Great place wonderful staff they will be my go too dentist 100%
shawaf alishawaf ali
22:08 26 Aug 21
Very confident after leaving the office that my teeth are in greatttt hands. Above and beyond patient care. Very informative visits. A sense that they genuinely care about patient concerns. Added helpful guidelines I took home with me to reach dental hygiene goals before my next visits. Highly recommended you leave your old scary dentist ! 😁😁
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Queensboro Plaza Dental Care

Queensboro Plaza Dental Care