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2. Fluoride therapy - Wikipedia

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   Fluoride therapy typically uses the sodium fluoride form, though stannous fluoride may also be used. [4] [5] Fluoride decreases breakdown of teeth by acids, promotes remineralisation, and decreases the activity of bacteria. [5] Fluoride works primarily through direct contact with teeth. [3] [5] Fluoride came into use to prevent tooth decay in ...

3. Fluoride toxicity - Wikipedia

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   The only generally accepted adverse effect of fluoride at levels used for water fluoridation is dental fluorosis, which can alter the appearance of children's teeth during tooth development; this is mostly mild and usually only an aesthetic concern. Compared to unfluoridated water, fluoridation to 1 mg/L is estimated to cause fluorosis in one ...

4. Dental fluorosis - Wikipedia

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   It is generally believed that the hypomineralization of affected enamel is mainly due to in-situ toxic effects of the fluoride on the ameloblasts in the enamel formation, and not caused by the general effects of fluoride on the calcium metabolism, or by the poisoning effects that suppress the fluoride metabolism.

5. Explainer-What is fluoride and why is it added to the US ...

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   Fluoride is a mineral that occurs naturally in water, soil and air that has been demonstrated to prevent dental cavities, or tooth decay. ... the impact of stopping fluoridation or its effect on ...

6. Benefits of adding fluoride to water may be waning, new ... - AOL

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   The widespread use of toothpaste and mouthwashes with added fluoride in recent decades appears to have diminished the health benefits of water fluoridation, according to a new study.

7. Is It Safe To Use Fluoride-Free Toothpaste? - AOL

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   In one scientific study, children between the ages of 8 and 15 who used topical fluoride on their teeth for six months had a significant improvement in oral health compared to the group of kids ...