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Preventice Care Services Honolulu Honolulu
Dental Practice
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Preventive Care Services Honolulu Fluoride
Treatment What is fluoride? The fluoride ion
comes from the element fluorine. Fluoride, either
applied topically to erupted teeth, or ingested
orally (called systemic fluoride) during tooth
development, helps to prevent tooth decay,
strengthen tooth enamel, and reduce the harmful
effects of plaque. Fluoride also makes the entire
tooth structure more resistant to decay and
promotes remineralization, which aids in
repairing early decay before the damage is even
visible. Where is fluoride found? Topical
Fluoride is found in products containing strong
concentrations of fluoride (i.e., toothpastes,
mouth rinses), fluoridated varnishes and/or gels
either topically applied by a dentist or other
oral health professional, or prescribed as an
at-home regimen (particularly for persons with a
high risk of dental caries).
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Systemic Fluoride can be ingested through
public and private water supplies, soft drinks,
teas, as dietary supplements, some bottled water
supplies. Once ingested, systemic fluoride is
absorbed via the gastrointestinal tract and
distributed and deposited throughout the body via
the blood supply. What health risks are
associated with fluoride uses? In general,
fluoride consumption is safe. Health risks
associated with Fluoridation usually are limited
to misuse and over concentration. To avoid misuse
and over concentration Avoid drinking overly
fluoridated water results of this may cause
teeth to become discolored, and may cause the
enamel of the teeth to look spotted, pitted, or
stained (a condition known as dental fluorosis).
Avoid swallowing toothpaste and other dental
hygiene products.
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Call the local water department and/or the
health department to evaluate the fluoride level
in your local drinking reservoir. Children are
especially vulnerable to dental fluorosis as
their developing teeth are more sensitive to
higher fluoride levels. Consult a pediatric
dentist or other oral health care professional if
you notice changes in the condition of your
childs teeth. Cosmetic Dentistry
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