How much fluoride dentifrice (toothpaste) should be placed on a childs toothbrush?
Preschoolers should have only the tips of their brush wetted with a fluoride-containing toothpaste (no more than a pea-sized dot). Most fluoride dentifrices contain 1,000 ppm of fluoride. Younger children can ingest up to .30 mg of fluoride during a single brushing. Consistent ingestion of large quantities during tooth development may result in mild enamel fluorosis. Parents should monitor their child’s brushing and instruct them not to swallow. page top Sealants: Sealants are a composite material bonded to the tooth, filling any pits or grooves which otherwise would be highly susceptible to decay if left untreated. Dental sealants have been available for over 20 years and their value is well documented. Recently there have been significant advancements in the quality of bonding agents and sealant materials. We have found using a flowable permanent composite to be stronger and more successful than using normal sealant composite. The flowable permanent composite is the same material we
