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2. Fluoride varnish - Wikipedia

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   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 contact with the ...

3. Fluoride therapy - Wikipedia

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   The home application of 1.1% fluoride gel with a custom tray is recommended for patients undergoing or are finished with head and neck radiation treatment and patients with decreased salivary flow. [59] More research is required regarding the efficacy of fluoride gels in treating initial dental decay lesions. [60]

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. The New(ish) Fight Over Fluoride - AOL

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   Dentists can also prescribe toothpaste with a higher amount of fluoride or apply a fluoride varnish or gel. People with gum disease or a dry mouth caused by health conditions or medications might ...

6. Fluoride in Drinking Water Is Actually Quite Safe — Here’s ...

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   That encouraged federal health officials in 2015 to make recommendations to lower the amount of fluoride in drinking water supplies from 1.2 milligrams per liter.

7. 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.

8. Glass ionomer cement - Wikipedia

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   Fluoride varnishes have been combined with sealant application in the prevention of dental caries. There is low certainty evidence that the combined usage of both increases the overall effectiveness as compared to using fluoride varnish alone. [29] [30]

9. 6 tips to reduce alcohol use and cancer risk after surgeon ...

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   U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy warned in a recent advisory about alcohol use increasing cancer risk. The advisory notes that alcohol can increase the risk of throat, liver, esophageal ...