Are there any treatments for dental fluorosis?

Yes: Dental fluorosis is a defect in the enamel of teeth. Most cases are cosmetic defects. The treatment can include white filling to caver the defect, veneers, or full crowns.

Yes: Depending on how severe the cosmetic mottling is, fluorosis can be masked with whitening. I have had some success with a product called icon which is a sealant that helps blend the chalky areas. It can also be lightly polished and bonded. Severe cases will usually need veneers or ceramic crowns to fully color correct and remove all of the stains.

Crowns or veneers: There is no treatment that can make your fluorosis go away. Veneers or crowns may be your best choice cosmetically. Although it is expensive, it will get you smiling again! :).

Dental Fluorosis: Depending upon the depth, extent and color of the fluorosis, enamel microabrasion, tooth whitening, composite bonding, veneers or in the worst case scenario, ceramic crowns can restore your teeth to their natural beauty. Often a combination of methods is used. Discuss your options with a dentist knowledgeable about all these methods.

Bleaching first: See your dentist for an evaluation. Depending on the extent of the fluorosis and your comfort level a variety of treatments exist. If possible, I would start with the most basic, which would be bleaching-- a technique such as Kor Whitening produces great results, but the caveat is you must do take home touch ups on a monthly basis to maintain.

Dental fluorosis: Fluoride is important for cavity prevention, but too much fluoride can cause dental fluorosis. The majority of dental fluorosis is mild and appears as white spots and no treatment is needed or minimal non-invasive treatment is recommended. See your dentist for evaluation and professional opinion.