Fluoride and Decay Prevention
Many years ago scientists started to notice that children who
were born and raised in areas with natural fluoride in drinking water had fewer
cavities than children in other areas. Fluoride absorbed by your body when teeth
were forming (during mother’s pregnancy to early childhood) integrates into the
structure of enamel and makes it stronger.
After teeth eruption, fluoride found in your toothpaste,
mouthwash, or in what your dentist places on your teeth still has a positive
effect on your teeth. It strengthens the enamel and reduces the chance of tooth
decay.
If you have children and live in an area that has no fluoride
in its drinking water, you should consult your dentist and physician about
fluoride tablets that are available for children.
If you have any questions about Fluoride treatment and
you live in or around Corona, give us a call today!
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