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IF MY CHILD IS DRINKING FLOURIDATED WATER, IS IT NECESSARY FOR THE DENTIST TO APPLY TOPICAL FLUORIDE TO HIS TEETH DURING HIS RECALL CHECKUPS?

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IF MY CHILD IS DRINKING FLOURIDATED WATER, IS IT NECESSARY FOR THE DENTIST TO APPLY TOPICAL FLUORIDE TO HIS TEETH DURING HIS RECALL CHECKUPS?

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Yes. Studies have shown that the topical application of fluoride by the dentist at checkups gives additional protection to the teeth. Even the teeth of adolescence and adults will benefit from such treatment.