How much improvement can I expect after treatment for fluorosis stains on my teeth? (photo)

Doctor's Answer

fluorosis stains by themselves do not pose any health issue. I do have patients bothered by the aesthetics appearance of it.

Fluorosis stain is a form of "internal stain" - polishing may not be effective to remove internal stains. Polishing is only effective to remove external stains (coffee, tea stains etc)

To eradicate or minimise fluorosis stain, we will need to stick something over the teeth to cover them, or to remove the stain mechanically or chemically.

I've found that the protocol below enables me to satisfactorily manage fluorosis stain for patients.

1. Sticking something over the stain using composite or ceramic veneers
2. Mechanically removing them using microabrasion
3. Chemically treating the teeth using a resin infiltrate. Some clinics may advocate whitening to chemically whiten them, but it may not be able to mask the contrast in tooth colour.

Using veneers or resin infiltrate do not cause sensitivity. Hope that helps, and all the best in getting a nicer smile!

Sincerely,
Dr Kelvin Chua

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