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Quick, easy-to-use products can optimize compliance in your practice. One prime example is fluoride varnish, which is painted on the teeth versus a fluoride gel or foam used with a fluoride tray.
Among varnishes, GC America Fluoride Varnish offers a number of distinct advantages:
- APPLICATION – MI Varnish has no color change when applied to the tooth, and is not tacky or sticky when applied.
- ADHESION – GC’s fluoride remains on the tooth longer than other varnishes, increasing the amount of time for the fluoride to work.
- FLOWABILITY – GC’s smooth, creamy texture allows for even flow over tooth surfaces and interproximally.
- FORMULA – With 5% sodium fluoride and its Recaldent™ technology, GC’s formula releases higher fluoride, calcium and phosphate ions to protect patients, especially those at risk for cavities.
Young dental patients, ages 0 to 18, are great candidates for fluoride varnish as part of their annual well-child exam. But adults can also be good candidates, especially those with the following risks:
- Poor oral hygiene
- Developmental or acquired enamel defects
- Eating disorders
- Drug or alcohol abuse
- Active orthodontic treatment
- Xerostomia
For adults in high-risk populations, two or more applications of fluoride varnish per year are an effective caries prevention measure.
For more information about GC’s MI Varnish, and to access a special offer, click here.
You can not use this varnish on patients who have an allergy to milk proteins…..be advised.
Interesting insight, J!
When applying MI Varnish to the teeth, the flowability and maneuvering of the brush was excellent.