TOOTH MOUSSE FOR MILD FLUOROSIS
Prof. Laurie Walsh, University of Queensland

In many cases of mild fluorosis, a single non-surgical treatment sequence of etching/microabrasion followed by GC Tooth Mousse can achieve the desired result. The visual effect will occur through a slow chemical reaction, and thus patients should expect to see changes over several weeks rather than instantly.

Darryl is completing his university studies and his lifestyle poses a number of challenges. He has regular sporting involvements with competitive rowing, which places him at risk from dental erosion should his fluid balance situation not be kept in check. Darryl’s teeth have the benefit of being formed with good fluoride exposure (in his case from fluoride tablets), and he has remained caries free to this point. Because Darryl’s enamel has higher acid resistance, he should be less vulnerable to tooth wear from erosive factors such as dehydration and the intake of acidic sports drinks, although he will, of course, still be prone to wear and attrition in the normal way. There is strong evidence that erosion is less common in patients who have good fluoride exposure.

TOOTH MOUSSE FOR TOOTH WHITENING
Dr. Brett Dorney, Pymble NSW

A difficult case of fluorosis or internal tooth staining on a 26 year old patient that required two in-surgery power bleaching appointments one month apart. Tooth Mousse was recommended prior to treatment to reduce sensitivity often experienced during this procedure and to give an improved final result. In between appointments Tooth Mousse was applied twice daily.

TOOTH MOUSSE FOR TOOTH WEAR
Prof. Ian Meyers, University of Queensland

Jason is a 34 year old electrician:

• Generally healthy - no medications
• Moderate heartburn/gastric reflux
• Smokes 15 cigarettes per day
• Drinks two cups of tea per day
• Bike rides 40km six days per week
• Insufficient water intake
• Moderate consumption of beer and wine
• Lower front teeth are often sensitive
• Nightime grinding of the teeth in past
• Some jaw clicking on opening

Diagnosis:
Jason has considerable tooth wear. The main problem is not enough saliva being regularly produced. Saliva protects teeth and a lack of it will accelerate problems. Dehydration has made matters worse and insufficient water intake during the day has caused a fluid imbalance.

Treatment:
Applying Tooth Mousse twice daily and using a high fluoride toothpaste (5000 ppm) helped stabilize Jason’s problems. Several of Jason’s teeth were then filled and crowned to improve looks and function. Future review and maintenance are essential to ensure Jason continues to benefit from his home care treatment.