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Originally posted by sky_driver
Hi Doc. My Dentist, who I inhereted when my Dentist of 30 years retired, always wants me to swoosh in my mouth a flouride treatment liquid after my checkup. I usually decline it after I saw that the cost is $25.00. Is this really necessary? My teeth are perfect ( his exact words after every checkup ). Also, how often do I need to get x rays. He wants to do them every year? Thanks for the advice.
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A fluoride rinse is usually included in the cleaning visit. I haven't seen it go for $25, but hey...
Are your teeth going to fall out if you don't do it? Probably not but it's a good preventative measure. If you have perfect teeth, nothing close to a cavity starting, I wouldn't worry about not doing it.
X rays once a year are reasonable for someone like you. Most people get 4 specific ones done every 6 months but if you have nothing going on, once/year is fine. It's not too often IMO.