Dental fluorosis is a condition which can cause white spots or patches to appear upon the surface enamel of your teeth. Although these spots are not dangerous, some individuals are self-conscious about their appearance. Your dentist can recommend a handful of effective treatment options. Let’s quickly list three approaches:
- Microabrasion can be used to remove a small layer of enamel; helping to hide the spots.
- Dental veneers can be placed over the teeth in question.
- For more severe issues, a crown might be recommended.
“Dental bonding uses a tooth-coloured composite resin to help repair minor damage to teeth.”
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https://yourdentalhealthresource.com/what-are-those-white-spots-on-my-teeth/I’m Matthew Houlton, principal dentist and practice owner of Manor House Dental Practice.
Qualified from Sheffield dental hospital in 1993.
Post graduate training with Paul Tipton (Specialist Prosthodontist) from 2005-2007.
Diploma for Membership of the Faculty of General Dental Practice (UK) 2007.
Special interest in Orthodontics.
Yorkshire Deanary Fixed Appliance Training Scheme 2002-2004.
I have worked at York Hospital’s orthodontic department one session a week since 2009.
Member of the British Society of Occlusal Studies (the study of temporomandibular disorder).
I have two children, who keep me busy when I am not at the practice. I take a keen interest in and teach Aikido, a martial art, to keep a healthy mind and body.