decay has gone down as a result
Fluorine is added in toothpaste against dental caries.
Fluorine.
fluorine www.merck.com/mmpe/sec01/ch005/ch005d.HTML
Probably not, as no specific deficiency disease is known ... unless you count dental caries.
Shirley R. Harness has written: 'Fluorine studies in relation to dental caries'
Recurrent dental caries is defined as caries which occurs at or adjacent to a surface of the tooth where dental caries had previously occurred and had been repaired.Recurrent dental caries is diagnosed like any other caries; through visual, tactile, or radiographic exam.
"Caries" is a synonym for dental cavities. Arrested caries are cavities that have been stopped from developing further by having the appropriate dental work done on them.
Dental caries are better known as tooth decay or cavities. It is a common dental condition that occurs when bacteria in the mouth produce acids that damage the tooth enamel, leading to the formation of holes or cavities in the teeth. It is important to prevent and treat dental caries to maintain good oral health.
Fluorine is commonly used in toothpaste and water fluoridation to prevent tooth decay and promote dental health. It is also used in the production of Teflon, a non-stick coating for cookware, and in the manufacturing of pharmaceuticals and chemicals.
Mary Oakes McClain has written: 'The role of nutrition in dental caries' -- subject(s): Dental caries, Diseases, Nutritional aspects, Nutritional aspects of Dental caries, Teeth
There is research on whether or not xylitol can prevent dental caries. From everything that I have read it can help prevent dental caries especially if you chew gum that contains xylitol. Check out www.xlear.com. They have products that contain xylitol.
Dental Caries is just a plain ole cavity.