What is a fluoride carrier?
What is a fluoride carrier?
Radiation therapy given to the head and neck area results in permanent changes in your saliva. These changes will cause your teeth to first become very sensitive and then to decay rapidly unless properly protected by the continued indefinite daily use of fluoride.
How long do you leave fluoride trays on?
Fluoride treatment is performed as follows:
- Brush your teeth with a fluoride toothpaste.
- Place approximately four drops of fluoride gel into the tooth depressions in the plastic tray and spread it with a cotton swab.
- Place trays in your mouth and keep them in for a full five minutes.
- Rinse the tray.
What do fluoride trays do?
What are Fluoride Trays? A fluoride tray is a personalised device that allows each individual to apply fluoride gel to their teeth, reducing the risk of decay and improving tooth sensitivity.
How much do custom fluoride trays cost?
Basic fluoride trays are frequently sold in bulk, and it can cost $7-$40 or more for a package of 50-100.
When to use custom fluoride carriers ( trays )?
Very Important – do not rinse mouth, drink or eat for at least 30 minutes after fluoride use. For head and neck radiation patients, begin using fluoride in the custom trays no longer than one week after radiotherapy is completed. Repeat daily for the rest of your life!!
When to use custom fluoride carriers for head and neck radiation?
Very Important – do not rinse mouth, drink or eat for at least 30 minutes after fluoride use. For head and neck radiation patients, begin using fluoride in the custom trays no longer than one week after radiotherapy is completed.
How are fluoride trays used in the dentist?
Fluoride trays are two-piece dental arch-shaped devices used to deliver a fluoride treatment to teeth by putting gel or foam into the upper and lower tray and then biting down into the trays to immerse teeth in the gel or foam. These topical treatments may be done in the dental office or at home,…
What are the different types of fluoride gel trays?
These topical treatments may be done in the dental office or at home, and commonly contain sodium fluoride, stannous fluoride, amine fluoride, monofluorophosphate, among others. A fluoride gel tray may be hinged to hold the two halves together, and are commonly made of a soft plastic to fit comfortably around…
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