Fluoride-Free Dentistry in Atlanta: Your Options

Protecting Your Teeth, Your Way

Fluoride-free dentistry means preventing cavities without applying fluoride at your visits or relying on fluoride products at home. At Atlanta Dental Wellness, fluoride-free care is available to every patient, adults and children, and fluoride is used only when you choose it. We build a prevention plan around your cavity risk using options such as nano-hydroxyapatite, xylitol, dental ozone, and nutrition guidance.

Your Choice. Your Plan. We explain the benefits and tradeoffs so you can decide with confidence.

Understanding Fluoride-Free Care

Fluoride helps strengthen enamel and has well-established cavity-prevention benefits. Some patients prefer to limit it because of health concerns, sensitivities, or personal values, especially for young children who may swallow toothpaste. Fluoride-free care replaces fluoride with other prevention tools and closer attention to cavity risk.

Option	What it does	Where it fits
Nano-hydroxyapatite	A calcium phosphate mineral that matches enamel and helps remineralize early weak spots	Toothpaste and in-office polishing
Xylitol	A natural sweetener that cavity-causing bacteria cannot use for fuel	Gum, mints, or rinses between meals
Dental ozone	A gas used to reduce bacteria on teeth and gums	In-office, as an add-on to treatment
Nutrition guidance	Reduces the frequency of sugar and acid exposures that feed decay	Daily habits
Sealants and cleanings	Protect grooves and remove plaque before it causes damage	Regular visits

What to Expect

1. Cavity-risk review. We look at your history of decay, diet, dry mouth, gum health, and home care.

2. Your preference. We confirm your fluoride preference and note it in your chart so it is honored at every visit.

3. Fluoride-free cleaning. Your cleaning and polish are completed without fluoride products.

4. Home-care plan. We recommend fluoride-free products and habits that fit your risk level.

5. Monitoring. We track weak spots and adjust your plan over time.

Is Fluoride-Free Right for You?

Fluoride-Free Care Often Works Well If You:

• Have low to moderate cavity risk

• Prefer to limit fluoride for yourself or your children

• Have chemical sensitivities or health concerns about fluoride

• Are committed to home care and regular visits

Fluoride May Still Be Worth Considering If You:

• Get new cavities often

• Have dry mouth from medications or health conditions

• Have exposed root surfaces or braces

• Are undergoing treatment, such as radiation, that raises cavity risk

The choice stays yours. If your risk is high, we will explain why and offer the most effective fluoride-free options as well.

The Atlanta Dental Wellness Difference

• Both of our dentists, Dr. Cale Jackson and Dr. Matthew Giordano, are SMART-certified and accredited by the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology (IAOMT).

• Fluoride is never applied without your agreement.

• Fluoride-free care is available for adults and children.

• We offer nano-hydroxyapatite, xylitol, dental ozone, and nutrition guidance.

• We are a fragrance-free practice, and we plan visits around chemical and fragrance sensitivities.

Fluoride and Fluoride-Free Prevention Compared

Comparison	Fluoride	Fluoride-free plan
Main tool	Fluoride toothpaste, varnish, water	Nano-hydroxyapatite, xylitol, ozone, diet
Evidence	Extensive, long history	Growing, especially for hydroxyapatite
Swallowing concern	Children may swallow toothpaste	Hydroxyapatite is safe if swallowed in normal amounts
Best for	Higher cavity risk	Low to moderate risk, or patient preference
At ADW	Available by choice	Available to every patient

Frequently Asked Questions

These answers address common questions patients ask about fluoride-free dental care. Your examination and health history may lead to different advice for you.

• Is there a fluoride-free dentist near me in Atlanta?

  Yes. Atlanta Dental Wellness in Buckhead offers fluoride-free care to every patient, adults and children.

  We are located at Piedmont Center, 3525 Piedmont Rd NE, Building 5, Suite 408. Call 404-233-1102 to schedule.

• Can I refuse fluoride at the dentist?

  Yes. Fluoride treatments are optional, and you can decline them at any dental office.

  At Atlanta Dental Wellness, fluoride is used only when you choose it, and your preference is noted in your chart.

• What do fluoride-free dentists use instead?

  Common options include nano-hydroxyapatite, xylitol, dental ozone, sealants, and nutrition guidance.

  We tailor the plan to your cavity risk.

• Is fluoride-free dental care effective?

  For many people with low to moderate cavity risk, a fluoride-free plan with good home care works well.

  Evidence for nano-hydroxyapatite is growing. If your risk is high, we will explain your options honestly.

• Do you offer fluoride-free care for kids?

  Yes. We offer fluoride-free prevention for children and help parents build a family plan.

  See our parent's guide to fluoride-free care for kids.

• Does insurance cover fluoride-free treatments?

  Insurance often covers cleanings and exams. Coverage for fluoride alternatives varies by plan.

  Our team can help you review your benefits. Call 404-233-1102 for current fees.

Prevention That Fits Your Values

If you want fluoride-free dental care for yourself or your family, schedule a visit with Atlanta Dental Wellness in Atlanta. We will build a prevention plan around your risk and your preferences.