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    Fluoride is a mineral that occurs naturally and strengthens tooth enamel to prevent decay. It can be applied topically through fluoride varnish or toothpaste, or consumed systemically through drinking water. While fluoride has significant benefits in preventing cavities when used properly, too much fluoride intake can cause dental fluorosis, staining and pitting of the teeth. The document discusses the history, sources, and recommended doses of fluoride, as well as its role in dentistry, potential side effects from overexposure, and guidelines for fluoride use in children.

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    Fluoride is a mineral that occurs naturally and strengthens tooth enamel to prevent decay. It can be applied topically through fluoride varnish or toothpaste, or consumed systemically through drinking water. While fluoride has significant benefits in preventing cavities when used properly, too much fluoride intake can cause dental fluorosis, staining and pitting of the teeth. The document discusses the history, sources, and recommended doses of fluoride, as well as its role in dentistry, potential side effects from overexposure, and guidelines for fluoride use in children.

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    Fluoride is a mineral that occurs naturally and strengthens tooth enamel to prevent decay. It can be applied topically through fluoride varnish or toothpaste, or consumed systemically through drinking water. While fluoride has significant benefits in preventing cavities when used properly, too much fluoride intake can cause dental fluorosis, staining and pitting of the teeth. The document discusses the history, sources, and recommended doses of fluoride, as well as its role in dentistry, potential side effects from overexposure, and guidelines for fluoride use in children.

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    Fluoride is a mineral that occurs naturally and strengthens tooth enamel to prevent decay. It can be applied topically through fluoride varnish or toothpaste, or consumed systemically through drinking water. While fluoride has significant benefits in preventing cavities when used properly, too much fluoride intake can cause dental fluorosis, staining and pitting of the teeth. The document discusses the history, sources, and recommended doses of fluoride, as well as its role in dentistry, potential side effects from overexposure, and guidelines for fluoride use in children.

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    FLUORIDE

    APPLICATION

    By:Zahraa Mohammed
    TOPICS
    Introduction The function of fluoride
    The source of fluoride Fluoride doses

    Fluoride in dentistry Fluoride in children


    What is fluoride made from Side effects of fluoride
    INTRODUCTION: 1
    Fluoride research had its beginnings
    in 1901, when a young dental school graduate named Frederick
    McKay left the East Coast to open a dental practice in Colorado
    Springs, Colorado. When he arrived, McKay was astounded to find
    scores of Colorado Springs natives with grotesque brown stains
    on their teeth
    .In 1931, 3 different groups of scientists around the world
    published their discoveries that this condition was caused by
    fluoride in drinking water during childhood. The condition then
    started to become termed "dental fluorosis".
    WHERE DOES FLUORIDE ORIGINATE FROM? 2
    The mineral fluoride occurs naturally on earth
    and is released from rocks into the soil, water,
    and air. All water contains some fluoride.
    Usually, the fluoride level in water is not enough
    to prevent tooth decay; however, some
    groundwater and natural springs can have
    naturally high levels of fluoride.
    WHAT IS FLUORIDE DENTISTRY? 3
    Fluoride varnish can be applied to both
    baby teeth and adult teeth by a
    dentist. The process involves painting a
    varnish containing high levels of
    fluoride onto the surface of the tooth
    twice a year to prevent decay. It works
    by strengthening tooth enamel,
    making it more resistant to decay.
    WHAT IS FLUORIDE MADE OF? 4
    Fluoride is created when salts from the element fluorine combine
    with minerals in soil or rocks. Fluoride is found naturally in soil,
    water, and many foods, and occurs naturally in the human body
    in bones and teeth.
    FUNCTION OF FLUORIDE: 5
    Fluoride, a mineral, is naturally present in many foods
    and available as a dietary supplement. Fluoride is the
    ionic form of the element fluorine, and it inhibits or
    reverses the initiation and progression of dental
    caries (tooth decay) and stimulates new bone
    formation.

    Fluoride works by restoring minerals to tooth surfaces


    where bacteria may have eroded the enamel. It can
    also inhibit the growth of harmful oral bacteria and
    further prevent cavities.
    6
    HOW MUCH FLUORIDE DO YOU NEED?
    The American Dental Association
    recommends a professional fluoride
    treatment at your dentist’s office every 3, 6, or
    12 months, depending on your oral health. If
    you’re at high risk for cavities, your dentist
    may also prescribe a special fluoride rinse or
    gel to use regularly at home.
    T
    FOLLOW I H E 7
    CAN N G
    IN C R EA S E -eating disorder
    Y O U R RI S
    K
    C A V I T IE S O F -poor oral hygiene
    : -lack of professional dental care
    -poor diet
    -dry mouth, or decreased saliva
    -weak enamel
    FLUORIDE FOR CHILDREN: 8
    If your child isunder 3 years old, they should only
    brush their teeth with close supervision. Apply
    only a thin layer of fluoride toothpaste to their
    toothbrush. The toothpaste should cover less
    than half of the bristles or be no bigger than a
    grain of rice.
    Fluoride toothpaste the size of a pea is
    recommended for children ages 3 to 6 years old.
    You should watch children to ensure they spit
    toothpaste out while brushing.
    ARE THERE SIDE EFFECTS TO FLUORIDE? 9
    Like any medication, too much fluoride can
    cause negative complications. You can get
    too much fluoride by accidentally
    overdosing or by being prescribed a dose
    that’s too high. Fluoride poisoning is very
    rare today, though chronic overexposure
    may harm developing bones and teeth in
    small children. Many children’s
    toothpastes don’t include fluoride.
    TOO MUCH FLUORIDE CAN CAUSE: 10
    white specks on mature teeth
    staining and pitting on teeth
    problems with bone homeostasis
    very dense bones that aren’t very strong.

    Acute toxicity, such as an overdose on fluoride


    supplement pills, can cause:

    nausea
    diarrhea
    tiredness
    excessive sweating
    11
    YOU CAN GET FLUORIDE TWO WAYS:
    -topically from toothpaste
    and treatments at the dentist
    -systemically in water and
    dietary supplements.
    T H A NK
    YOU

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