Non-Invasive Early Cavity Treatment (Curodont)
Treat early cavities without a drill.
Curodont helps your body rebuild enamel in early cavities, so many can be stopped without drilling or a filling.
What is non-invasive early cavity treatment (curodont)?
Curodont is a liquid peptide applied to early, non-cavitated enamel lesions. It forms a scaffold inside the enamel that attracts calcium and phosphate from saliva, helping the tooth rebuild itself. Its main limitation: it works only on early lesions, not cavities that already have a hole.
Who is a candidate?
Often a good fit
- Early cavities seen on X-ray
- White spot lesions
- Kids and anxious patients
- People wanting no-drill care
Needs extra care or planning
- Cavities with a hole
- Decay into dentin
When an exam is needed: An exam and X-ray confirm the lesion is early enough.
Problems it can address
Limitations: Not suitable once decay forms a hole or reaches the inner tooth.
Benefits and disadvantages
Benefits
- No drilling or needles
- Preserves enamel
- Quick
- Great for children
Disadvantages
- Only for early lesions
- Needs monitoring
- Usually not covered by insurance
The treatment process
- 1
Diagnose
X-rays and exam find early lesions.
- 2
Clean
The surface is cleaned.
- 3
Apply
Curodont is applied and absorbed.
- 4
Protect
Fluoride varnish may follow.
- 5
Monitor
Follow-up X-rays check progress.
Timeline: One short visit; monitoring at checkups.
Recovery and aftercare
What to expect
Discomfort: None.
Downtime: None.
Aftercare
- Fluoride toothpaste
- Limit sugary snacks
Call us right away if you notice
- New sensitivity or pain
Longevity and outcomes
Many treated lesions remain stable.
What affects your result
- Diet
- Home care
- Lesion depth
Possible complications
- Lesion progression needing a filling
Cost and payment options
Usually priced per tooth. You'll get a written, itemized quote before treatment begins, and we'll check your insurance benefits for you.
What affects the price
- Number of teeth
- Insurance
Insurance & financing
We accept most PPO plans and offer financing through CareCredit, Sunbit and others.
Comparison with alternatives
Fluoride varnish
Strengthens enamel.
ICON infiltration
Seals early lesions.
Small filling
If decay progresses.
Clinical case examples
Real, patient-authorized cases for this treatment are being added soon, with diagnosis, reasoning and results.
View our Before & After Gallery →Why choose Neo Dental?
Patient reviews
Read what our patients say, in their own words, on independent review sites.
Frequently asked questions
Does it hurt?+
No.
Is it safe for kids?+
Yes, it's a popular option for children.
Will I need a filling later?+
Possibly, if the lesion progresses; we monitor.
How fast does it work?+
Enamel rebuilds over weeks to months.
What's in it?+
A self-assembling peptide that mimics natural enamel proteins.
Is it covered?+
Often not; we'll check.
Your care team & booking
Dr. Sol Shahri
General and cosmetic dentist leading every treatment plan at Neo Dental. This page was medically reviewed by Dr. Sol Shahri.
Meet the team →Related treatments
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