Many people have fear of dentist instruments, but one can avoid going to the dentist. This is recent innovation in recent decades by topical application of fluoride that can remineralize the decaying enamel. Root canal treatment and cap and bridges and dental implants can be avoided by caring of enamel in initial the years of teeth.
Indication for fluoride:
1. Patient with dry mouth
2. Multiple cavities
3. Attrited teeth / teeth wear
4. Dental erosion
Fluoride comes in many forms such as gel, paste, mouthwash. Fluoride application is simple, non painful dental treatment.