Fluoridation and the Prevention of Tooth Decay
Overview
Early in the twentieth century dentists became aware that tooth decay, or dental caries, was a public health problem. Several scientists had inv...
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Fluoride Treatment, Dental
Fluoride is a chemical found in many substances. In the human body, fluoride acts to prevent tooth decay by strengthening tooth enamel and inhibiting the growth of plaque-fo...
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Fluoridation and the Prevention of Tooth Decay
Fluoride Treatment, Dental