Fluoride Treatment at Granville Dental
Fluoride
Treatment
Strengthen & Protect · Vancouver
What's Included

What does fluoride
treatment include?

Dr. Pisanu and Dr. Kooner offer fast, painless fluoride treatment at our Marpole clinic — an easy way to strengthen enamel and lower cavity risk for patients of every age.

01
Topical Varnish Application
A quick, painless fluoride varnish is brushed onto your teeth after your cleaning. It dries almost instantly and bonds directly to enamel for lasting protection.
02
Pediatric Fluoride
Children with developing permanent teeth benefit most from fluoride — it strengthens enamel while it's still forming and meaningfully lowers cavity risk.
03
Dry Mouth & Root Exposure Protection
Medications, medical conditions, and gum recession can leave teeth and exposed roots more vulnerable to decay. Fluoride adds a critical extra layer of defence.
04
Orthodontic Support
Braces and Invisalign create more surfaces for plaque to hide around. Fluoride treatment strengthens enamel throughout orthodontic care, when decay risk is highest.
Your Visit

Your Treatment in
4 Simple Steps.

Fluoride treatment is quick, painless, and pairs seamlessly with your regular cleaning — a few extra minutes for months of added protection.

01

Cleaning First

A routine cleaning removes plaque and tartar so fluoride can bond directly and evenly to clean enamel.

02

Application

Fluoride varnish, foam, or gel is applied to all your teeth with a small brush or tray — the whole process takes just a few minutes.

03

Setting Time

Varnish hardens on contact with saliva right away, while foam and gel are left in place briefly to fully absorb into enamel.

04

Aftercare Guidance

We'll walk you through what to avoid for the next 30 minutes and how to keep your teeth strong between visits.

Cavity Prevention

Stronger Teeth,
Fewer Cavities.

A few minutes of fluoride application after your cleaning meaningfully strengthens enamel and lowers your risk of new cavities — one of the simplest, most effective preventive steps in dentistry.

01
Strengthens Enamel

Fluoride remineralizes weakened enamel, making it noticeably more resistant to acid attack and decay.

02
Reduces Cavity Risk

Proven to lower the incidence of new cavities, especially valuable for children and other high-risk patients.

03
Protects Sensitive Areas

Shields exposed root surfaces and the areas around orthodontic brackets, where decay risk is highest.

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Fluoride treatment application
Who Benefits Most

Extra Protection
When You Need It.

Kids with developing teeth, patients with dry mouth or receding gums, and anyone in orthodontic treatment see the greatest benefit from added fluoride protection.

Professional-strength varnish, foam, or gel application
Fast, painless treatment completed in minutes
Ideal for children with developing permanent teeth
Extra protection for dry mouth and exposed root surfaces
Recommended for orthodontic and Invisalign patients
Direct insurance billing to all major Canadian plans
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Healthy protected smile
What to Expect

Before, During
& After.

Before Treatment

No special preparation needed — just attend your cleaning
Mention any known fluoride sensitivities beforehand
Kids can eat a normal meal before their appointment
Tell us about any specific sensitivity or decay concerns

During Application

Teeth are gently dried and isolated with cotton rolls
Varnish, foam, or gel applied with a small brush or tray
A slightly sticky or gritty feeling right after is normal
The full mouth is treated in under five minutes

After Treatment

Avoid eating or drinking for 30 minutes to let it absorb
Skip hot, hard, or crunchy foods for the rest of the day
Brush gently that evening rather than vigorously
Protection lasts several months until your next visit
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Experts.

Our dentists are highly trained and committed to delivering exceptional, evidence-based care.

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Appointments.

We respect your time — appointments start on schedule with minimal waiting.

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Pain-Free
Promise.

Modern techniques and gentle care ensure every procedure is as comfortable as possible.

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Direct Insurance
Billing.

We bill your insurance directly so you can focus on your care, not the paperwork.

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Certified
Experts.

Our dentists are highly trained and committed to delivering exceptional, evidence-based care.

FAQ

Frequently
Asked Questions.

Everything you need to know about fluoride treatment.

Who needs fluoride treatment?

Children with developing permanent teeth benefit most, but fluoride is also valuable for adults with a high cavity risk, dry mouth from medications or medical conditions, exposed root surfaces from gum recession, and patients undergoing orthodontic treatment.

Does fluoride treatment hurt?

Not at all. It's a completely painless application — you may notice a mild taste and a slightly sticky feeling on your teeth immediately afterward, but there's no discomfort involved.

How long does the treatment take?

Fluoride application takes just a few minutes and is typically done right after your professional cleaning. You'll be in and out with a full mouth of protection.

How often should I get fluoride treatment?

Most patients benefit from fluoride application at every six-month cleaning. Patients at higher risk of decay — including children, dry mouth sufferers, and orthodontic patients — may be recommended treatment every three to four months.

Is professional fluoride treatment safe?

Yes. The amount of fluoride used in a professional application is carefully controlled and applied topically to the tooth surface — it's different from fluoridated drinking water. We ask patients to avoid eating or drinking for 30 minutes afterward simply to let it fully absorb, not out of safety concern.

Does insurance cover fluoride treatment?

Many Canadian dental plans fully cover fluoride treatment for children, and a good number cover it for adults as well, particularly when there's a documented decay risk. We confirm your specific benefits and bill directly before your appointment.

Ready to Get Started?

Protect Your Smile,
Prevent Cavities.

Add fluoride treatment to your next cleaning and give your teeth extra protection where they need it most. New patients always welcome.

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