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2. Fluoride varnish - Wikipedia

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   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]

3. Fluoride therapy - Wikipedia

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   The principle of fluoride varnish is to apply fluoride salt in a very high concentration (approximately 50,000 ppm) onto the surface of the teeth. [36] Fluoride varnish is a resin-based application that is designed to stay on the surface of the teeth for several hours.

4. 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 ...

5. Tooth polishing - Wikipedia

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   This outermost fluoride rich layer of enamel is removed when tooth polishing is provided. [5] The mineral components of saliva and polishing pastes containing fluoride can assist in remineralizing this outer layer. The enamel surface is strong enough to withstand repeated tooth polishing, but it should be avoided on newly erupted teeth, exposed ...

6. Dental abrasion - Wikipedia

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   Fluoride varnish can also be used as a preventive measure for patients at high risk of dental erosion, as the fluoride varnish increases resistance to erosion and subsequent tooth wear. [29] Treatment in the dental chair may include a fluoride application or the placement of a restoration in more severe cases.

7. Column: Why We Can't Rely on Science Alone to Make Public ...

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   But for most people, fluoride represents a new discussions, and there, good-faith debate involves considering the real benefits of fluoride for dental health, rigorously evaluating any risks of ...