I have no sensitivity with exposed tooth roots. i brush & floss. will fluoride treatment in office or prescribed toothpaste give more protection?

YES: Exposed root surface is much softer than the white enamel outside layer that covers the visible part of your teeth. Be careful that you do not over-vigorously brush the exposed root, as you can significantly abrade this surface causing it to be very sensitive. If they become sensitive, or deeply abraded, placement of tooth-colored filling material on this surface will often help.

Probably but....: It can't hurt and may help, but without actually examining you i can't tell you for sure that any Fluoride treatment would be appropriate or beneficial for your specific dental circumstances. Many patients look for additional remedies when simple good oral hygiene methods and proper diet is all that is necessary to maintain a healthy mouth (similar to vitamins and nutrients instead of a good diet.

Yes: The exposed roots can benefit from the Fluoride supplements. There are both prescription and otc Fluoride products available. The prescription items have a higher concentration and potentially more benefit.

Fluoride can help : Fluoride, whether it is otc, prescription toothpaste or in - office treatment can help. Your dentist may also be able to apply a type of sealer to your exposed roots to decrease sensitivity.

Decay prevention: Protection against decay. You can't improve on no sensitivity.

Fluoride protects: The purpose of Fluoride is to aid in remineralization of tooth enamel. To say "protect" would be not correct. I prefer to tell patients it can help. For patients with high caries/cavity counts, it is a must to adjunct to their normal home regimen. Root caries are very tricky and so additional Fluoride wont hurt. Try act otc.

Yes: Will protect from decay.

Recession: If you have exposed roots, Fluoride treatment is recommended The roots are of a softer nature than the enamel covered "crown" of tooth and is more prone to decay. Fluoride us incorporated into the root and helps prevent decay. This protection is short lived and must be done at intervals