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Fluoride is a mineral that is extremely effective in strengthening your teeth and therefore, can
help to protect your teeth against decay.
Fluoride can be found all around us in small amounts. There are a few places where water supplies contain enough
fluoride to keep teeth healthy. However, in Britain this is only applicable to one person in ten.
Most people get their source of fluoride from toothpaste. It should tell you on the pack whether the toothpaste has a low fluoride
level (around 500 parts per million) or a higher dose (1000 or 1500 parts per million). It is important that children under the age of
seven, use low-dose toothpaste and that they only use a small amount. This is because fluoride can produce marks on childrenšs permanent
teeth, which are beginning to develop at this age.
For patients who suffer with bad decay or must avoid dental problems due to an illness, it is recommended that they take extra fluoride.
This may be in the form of tablets, drops or a varnish that is painted onto the teeth.
- It helps to keep teeth strong
- It helps to heal the early stages of decay
- It will help to reduce dental treatment
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Fluoride