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# Fluoride :-

-17th most abundant element

-exists only in combination with other elements as fluoride compound

# Benefits of fluoride

-reduction of the solubility of enamel in acid

-reduction of the ability of plaque organisms to produce acid

-promotion of the remineralization of demineralized tooth surface

# Fluoride ion replaces hydroxy ions in hydroxyapatite crystal

# Four types of topical fluoride are :-

- sodium fluoride

- neutral sodium fluoride varnish

- acidulated phosphate fluoride

- stannous fluoride

# Systemic Fluoride ingested into body

-target: development of teeth

-also has topical effects from saliva and plaque

Examples of systemic fluoride

-water fluoridation

-dietary fluoride supplement

-fluoride in food and beverage

# Topical Fluoride - protection and decay resisting teeth surfaces

-target: erupted teeth

Examples of topical fluoride

-toothpaste

-mouth rinse

-professional fluoride

-water fluoridation

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