Who fluoride treatment is for
Fluoride treatments benefit both children and adults. They are especially helpful for anyone with a higher risk of decay, such as people with a history of cavities, dry mouth, exposed root surfaces, braces or a lot of existing dental work.
How often you need one, every three, six or twelve months, depends on your oral health and our recommendation.
How it works, step by step
- We clean and dry your teeth.
- We apply the fluoride to the tooth surfaces.
- We give you instructions for the next half hour.
What to expect at our Hanford office
A fluoride treatment is quick and comfortable and is usually done at the end of a cleaning. Afterward, we may ask you not to rinse, eat or drink for at least 30 minutes so your teeth can absorb the fluoride.
Benefits
- Strengthens enamel against acid from bacteria and food
- Helps prevent new cavities
- Can help with tooth sensitivity
- Takes only a few minutes
Aftercare
Follow the waiting period we give you before eating or drinking, usually about 30 minutes.
Keep using fluoride toothpaste at home. The in-office treatment adds to it and does not replace it.
Cost and insurance
Many dental plans cover fluoride for children, and coverage for adults varies by plan. The cost is modest either way, and we can tell you the fee in advance.
You can pay your bill online, and our new patient page explains what to bring to your first visit.
Your dentist: Daniel W. Unzicker, DDS
Dr. Daniel Unzicker, DDS, provides fluoride treatment at our Hanford office. He is a general dentist who was born and raised in Hanford, graduated with high honors from the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry in 2012 and completed a general practice residency at Los Angeles County + USC Medical Center.
Page last updated November 10, 2026. This page is general information, not a diagnosis or treatment recommendation. If you have significant facial swelling, difficulty breathing or swallowing, uncontrolled bleeding, or trauma to the head or jaw, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
