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What mechanisms explains why fluoride is effective in controlling tooth decay?
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∙ 12y ago
Fluoride (f) replaces the hydroxyl group in the outer enamel of the tooth when applied topically making the enamel chemically harder. Hoewver, it doesn't reduce tooth decay, it just "hides" it as decay seeps through the micro-spaces tightly bound rods micro-spaces that make up the enamel. Whenn the first fluoride studies were done, they didn't have the advantage of electronic tools such as the diagnodent which "sees" cavities that the eye doesn't see and which are still too small to show on an x-ray. Further fluoride is neither a nutrient nor required for healthy teeth and has loads of adverse health effects even if you don't swallow any. Check out http://www.FluorideAction.Net/health
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∙ 15y ago
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Why fluoride is effective in controlling tooth decay?
it helps form decay-resistant fluoraptite
How do you get fluoride out of water?
Only filters that use reverse osmosis or activated alumina are effective at removing fluoride from tap water. "Brita" filters do not remove fluoride. Source: http://www.ewg.org/EWGFAQ#
What is the difference between toothpaste with fluoride and toothpaste without fluoride?
Flouride is the main ingredient in toothpaste and will kill the germs and toothpaste is with less flouride but is still very effective but flouride is stronger and works faster but I recommend using both
Is flouride healthy for you?
you need just the right amount of fluoride for optimal health (prevention of cavities). If the water in your area is fluoridated, then usually you do not need supplemental fluoride (you can look this up for your city). If the water is not fluoridated, then you should take supplemental fluoride, though it is most effective if applied as a varnish by a dentist. Too much fluoride can discolor the teeth (fluorosis), so you really shouldn't take supplements unless you know you need them.
Is fluoride an oxidation of fluoride?
No, The fluoride ion is a reduced form of fluorine.
What is another name for fluoride?
Fluoride is in many products available to the public. Fluoride is also known as Acidulated Phosphate Fluoride, Stannous Fluoride, Hydrogen Fluoride, Calcarea Fluorica, and Atomic Number 9.
What is Color of silver fluoride?
AgF (silver (I) fluoride or argentous fluoride is a yellow-brown color. The compound AgF2 silver (II) fluoride or argentic fluoride is white.
What is the compound of NaF?
sodium fluoride
Why is Fluoride?
The anion fluoride is (F)-.
Is fluoride flammable?
No. Fluoride is not flammable.
What is the formula for iron 111 fluoride?
Iron III fluoride is FeF3 Note that it is iron III fluoride not iron 111 fluoride.
What two compounds are in sodium fluoride?
Sodium fluoride is the only compound in sodium fluoride.
