Fluoride has been used for decades to help prevent tooth decay. We now have alternatives that protect your teeth just as effectively, if not better, than fluoride. At Infinity Dental Wellness in Fort Lee, NJ, we offer nano-hydroxyapatite for patients seeking to protect their teeth from cavities without fluoride.
Fluoride Alternative in Fort Lee, NJ and Surrounding Area
What is Nano-hydroxyapatite?
A space-age fluoride alternative
NASA discovered nano-hydroxyapatite in the early 1970s. About a decade later, a Japanese company produced the first toothpaste with nano-hydroxyapatite as a fluoride alternative. Its use in dentistry and dental care products has grown steadily ever since. Now, you can find dozens of products featuring nano-hydroxyapatite in stores and dental offices worldwide.
Nano-hydroxyapatite is a naturally occurring form of calcium apatite, one of the minerals that form your bones and tooth enamel. It is also in your saliva and helps keep teeth strong. Synthetic nano-hydroxyapatite is a biomimetic your body can use to replenish lost minerals in tooth enamel (remineralization).
Benefits of Nano-hydroxyapatite
Nano-hydroxyapatite can help rebuild your teeth by bonding to the places where minerals have dissolved out of the enamel. Studies show nano-hydroxyapatite to be as effective as fluoride at protecting against tooth decay. It has also been shown to:
- Remineralize tooth enamel
- Protect against further demineralization
- Help whiten teeth
- Relieve tooth sensitivity
Additionally, nano-hydroxyapatite is not harmful when swallowed, making it safe for children and adults.
Are you interested in exploring nano-hydroxyapatite as a fluoride alternative? Give us a call or ask us at your next appointment!
