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2. Topical fluoride - Wikipedia

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   Topical fluorides are fluoride-containing drugs indicated in prevention and treatment of dental caries, particularly in children's primary dentitions. [1] The dental-protecting property of topical fluoride can be attributed to multiple mechanisms of action, including the promotion of remineralization of decalcified enamel, the inhibition of the cariogenic microbial metabolism in dental plaque ...

3. Dental sealant - Wikipedia

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   Dental sealant. Dental sealants (also termed pit and fissure sealants, [1] or simply fissure sealants) [2] are a dental treatment intended to prevent tooth decay. Teeth have recesses on their biting surfaces; the back teeth have fissures (grooves) and some front teeth have cingulum pits. It is these pits and fissures that are most vulnerable to ...

4. Fluoride varnish - Wikipedia

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   Fluoride varnish. Tube of Colgate Duraphat fluoride varnish. Fluoride varnish is a highly concentrated form of fluoride that is applied to the tooth 's surface by a dentist, dental hygienist or other dental professional, as a type of topical fluoride therapy. [1] It is not a permanent varnish but due to its adherent nature it is able to stay in ...

5. Remineralisation of teeth - Wikipedia

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   Remineralization is a natural process and does not have to involve fluoride. Tooth remineralization is the natural repair process for non-cavitated tooth lesions, [1][2] in which calcium, phosphate and sometimes fluoride ions are deposited into crystal voids in demineralised enamel. Remineralization can contribute towards restoring strength and ...

6. Dentist-Approved At-Home Teeth Whiteners - AOL

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   Crest 3D White Stain Eraser Teeth Whitening Toothpaste. At less than $5 for a two-pack, you're probably already sold on this top-selling whitening toothpaste. And with a gentle, fluoride-based ...

7. Fluoride therapy - Wikipedia

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   Fluoride therapy is the use of fluoride for medical purposes. [ 2] Fluoride supplements are recommended to prevent tooth decay in children older than six months in areas where the drinking water is low in fluoride. [ 3] It is typically used as a liquid, pill, or paste by mouth. [ 4]