{"id":567,"date":"2020-08-25T17:31:00","date_gmt":"2020-08-25T12:01:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/royalimplant.com\/blogs\/?p=567"},"modified":"2025-11-27T13:32:33","modified_gmt":"2025-11-27T08:02:33","slug":"natures-cavity-fighter-superhero-fluoride","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/royalimplant.com\/blogs\/natures-cavity-fighter-superhero-fluoride\/","title":{"rendered":"How Fluoride helps to fight tooth cavity."},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n

It is well known that minerals help to strengthen our teeth and bones. Calcium is one of the essential mineral that makes the bone and teeth stronger. However, one more mineral called as fluoride<\/strong> (fl) helps in making the teeth stronger and fight tooth cavity. It is a mineral that is present in many foods and water. Our teeth\u00a0undergo\u00a0two important processes\u00a0on a daily basis that is\u00a0demineralisation and remineralisation.\u00a0The enamel is the strongest part of our tooth.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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When fluorine is negatively charged, it meets a positively-charged ion like sodium; cavity fighters are born. When these fluoride compounds are in your mouth, they can actually make\u00a0your teeth stronger<\/strong>\u00a0and prevent cavities. They can even reverse early tooth decay.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Mineralisation in relation to Tooth cavity<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Demineralisation is a process when the\u00a0minerals are lost from outer surface of the teeth.\u00a0Remineralisation is a process where the\u00a0minerals\u00a0like calcium,\u00a0fluoride, phosphate\u00a0are redeposited on the outer surface of teeth\u00a0from the water and food intake.<\/a><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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If the demineralisation takes place more than remineralisation it leads to\u00a0tooth decay<\/a> or cavity. Fluoride plays an important role in tooth mineralization in both adults and children. Fluoride consumed from foods, water and other dietary supplements helps to make the enamel of tooth harder before they erupt into the oral cavity. After they erupt into the oral\u00a0cavity,\u00a0fluoride helps in remineralization thus making it resistant to tooth decay.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

How does fluoride prevent cavities?<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Fluoride is one of the most powerful minerals to help prevent tooth decay\u00a0by making the tooth enamel more resistant to attacking acids<\/strong>. It can also actually reverse very early decay.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Does fluoride mouthwash prevent cavities?<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

It\u00a0helps reduce tooth decay and prevent cavities<\/strong>. They kill the bacteria that cause bad breath, plaque, and gingivitis, an inflammation of the gums at the early stages of gum disease.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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How often should I use fluoride mouthwash?<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Use this rinse\u00a0once daily<\/strong>\u00a0(usually at bedtime) or as directed by your dentist<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

After brushing your teeth, place 2 teaspoonfuls (10 milliliters) of the solution into your mouth, swish vigorously for 1 minute, and spit it out.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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In this video Dr. Chirag Chamria discusses right from the basics including the functions of the toothbrush, which one is the right one to use, how to correctly use the toothbrush in the most effective way. In the video Dr. Chamria explains all that you need to know about tooth brushes and how to correctly and effectively use it, even in cases where one has braces.<\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Sources of Fluoride\u00a0that fight tooth cavity:\u00a0<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Drinking water\u00a0has fluoride\u00a0commonly found\u00a0specially in\u00a0sources like\u00a0rivers, wells\u00a0and ocean. Fl added to drinking\u00a0water and its\u00a0concentration is 0.7\u00a0to 1.2 ppm. Studies have shown that fl in water helps to prevent tooth decay by 25% in children and adults.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Advised to kids, <\/a>drink 200ml of\u00a0milk per day as it has good fluoride content.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Water fluoridation in some areas is not present due to geographical conditions.\u00a0So,\u00a0fluoride\u00a0incorporated through salt to overcome the\u00a0issue. Minimal\u00a0acceptance level of fl in salt is 200mg\/kg.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

In most diets like\u00a0sea food,\u00a0tea,\u00a0juices,\u00a0processed food including infant food,\u00a0meat,\u00a0chicken; fluoride content is present.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Is toothpaste good for tooth enamel?<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Fluoridated mouthwashes and toothpaste<\/a>\u00a0contain around 0.22% to 1.1% ppm of fluoride. Most of the toothpaste have\u00a01000ppm of fl content. Toothpaste less than that level not recommended for use.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

2 mins brushing recommended for healthy teeth.\u00a0Fl\u00a0in mouthwashes are effective in strengthening the tooth enamel. For optimal results use mouthwash after toothbrushing and flossing.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Fl\u00a0gels, foams\u00a0and varnishes- they used for patients with high risk of cavities, orthodontic\u00a0patients, patients\u00a0with decreased salivary flow. The dentist applies it with the help of prefabricated special trays or with the help of brushes.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

“Fluoride is more beneficial for children between 6-16\u00a0yrs\u00a0of age as this is the time when primary and permanent teeth erupt.”<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n
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“For children less than 6\u00a0yrs.\u00a0fl requirement met by fluoridated\u00a0water, food\u00a0and beverages to fight cavity. Mouthwashes and rinses not recommended for children.”<\/em><\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Side effects and toxicity of fluoride:\u00a0Up to\u00a020mg\/day of elemental fluoride taken by mouth appear to be safe. Higher dose\u00a0is\u00a0unsafe as it may weaken bones and ligaments. Increased dose in children during their permanent tooth eruption causes discoloration of\u00a0enamel.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Dental fluorosis:<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

It is also known as mottled enamel.\u00a0Hypo-mineralization\u00a0of enamel is caused due to excess intake of\u00a0fluoride\u00a0during enamel formation.\u00a0Appearance varies from white line to speckled (mild form) to brown orange discoloration,\u00a0pitted, rough\u00a0(severe form). Highest risk of developing fluorosis is before 6\u00a0yrs.\u00a0of age. The adequate intake of\u00a0fluoride\u00a0is 0.7 mg for toddlers, 3 mg daily for adult women and 4 mg daily for adult men.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Neglect towards dental care leading to poor oral hygiene is considered to be the main reason for tooth decay.\u00a0Fluoride\u00a0serves as a preventive measure against tooth decay or cavity.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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