We consulted dentists to discover the potential benefits and side effects of fluoride-free, nano-hydroxyapatite toothpaste.

For generations, community water fluoridation has helped Marylanders enjoy better oral health, writes Celeste Ziara.

There is concern that the prevalence of dental fluorosis may be rising in both fluoridated and non-fluoridated communities. 1,2,3 Although a review of available data failed to substantiate this ...

However, this reduction in caries has also been associated with concerns regarding increased prevalence of dental fluorosis in both fluoridated and non-fluoridated communities. [ 1–4 ] ...

Too much fluoride can cause one known issue: dental fluorosis. Fluorosis is a mild tooth development that can change the way children’s teeth look during development, such as causing white streaks.

Kennedy Jr. is calling for an end to fluoridation in American communities, but when – and why – did the practice start? ...

Dental fluorosis may not respond to traditional whitening treatments. When you ingest fluoride, some is absorbed by the teeth, but the majority goes into the bones or is excreted through urine.

In a recent UB interview, Marcelle Nascimento, DDS, PhD, who joined the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine in May as assistant dean of clinical research and director of cariology (the ...

Fluorosis is most commonly observed in people consuming naturally occurring fluoride, like well water. It often leads to spots on your teeth that can range from white to brown streaks.

Once data cleaning had been completed data were available for 1774 (Newcastle 905, Manchester 869) subjects with QLF images of the maxillary central incisors and corresponding photographic ...