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Stannous fluoride is an alternative to sodium fluoride for the prevention of cavities (tooth decay). It was first released commercially in 1956, in Crest toothpaste. It was discovered and developed by Joseph Muhler and William Nebergall. In recognition of their innovation, they were inducted into the Inventor's Hall of Fame. [1]
Fluoride-containing toothpaste can be classified into two types, namely low-fluoride and high-fluoride toothpaste. [12] Low-fluoride toothpaste, depending on brand, generally contains 0.22% to 0.31% fluoride. [12] These fluorides are often manufactured in the form of sodium fluoride, stannous fluoride, or sodium monofluorophosphate (MFP). [4]
A person living in an area with fluoridated water may experience rises of fluoride concentration in saliva to about 0.04 mg/L several times during a day. [14] Technically, this fluoride does not prevent cavities but rather controls the rate at which they develop making them take a lot longer and making them easier to prevent via normal brushing ...
What are the reasons that a toothpaste manufacturer would choose one over the other, and are there any reasons why a consumer might want to choose a sodium monofluorophosphate toothpaste in favor of a sodium fluoride toothpaste, or vice versa? –64.185.132.215 18:51, 7 February 2012 (UTC)
Credit - Catherine Falls—Getty Images. D onald Trump's second term may threaten what's lauded as one of the top public-health triumphs of the 20th century: adding fluoride, a mineral that helps ...
Elevated prenatal exposure to fluoride was associated with increased risk of neurobehavioral problems in 3-year-olds, according to a study of children in Los Angeles.
Fluoride is present in small amounts in plants, animals, and some natural water sources. The additional fluoride in toothpaste has beneficial effects on the formation of dental enamel and bones. Sodium fluoride (NaF) is the most common source of fluoride, but stannous fluoride (SnF 2), and sodium monofluorophosphate (Na 2 PO 3 F) are also used ...
Fluoride is a mineral that occurs naturally in water, soil and air that has been demonstrated to prevent dental cavities, or tooth decay. Here is what you need to know about fluoridation of ...