Tucson, Arizona doesn't have fluoridated tap water, so it's important to make sure your child supplements with fluoride in other ways. In fact, according to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, "Widespread use of fluoride has been a major factor in the decline in prevalence and severity of dental caries in the US and other economically developed countries." This stops dental problems from happening with young children, giving kids greater odds of having healthy teeth well into adulthood.
As your pediatric dentist in Tucson, we're happy to give you guidance on how much fluoride supplements your child needs. Different age groups of children need different doses, and other factors can also play into how much you should give your child.
If you have any questions about fluoride and your child's dental health, feel free to call us at (520) 544-8522.
About Northwest Children's Pediatric Dentists
Dr. Norman Bunch and Dr. Jennifer Marshall are a husband and wife team providing general dentistry for kids in Tucson, Oro Valley, Marana, Oracle, and surrounding areas. Northwest Children's Dentistry provides top-notch care for toddlers, children, teens, and special needs children as your local Tucson dentist. If you’re looking for a kids dentist in Tucson, contact us today!