- 1. Cavities/tooth decay
- (Cavities/tooth decay)
- ... teeth soon after eating and drinking, plaque forms quickly and the first stages of decay can begin. Not getting enough fluoride. Fluoride is a naturally occurring mineral that helps avoid cavities ...
- 2. Dental Glossary
- (Dental Shanghai)
- ... toothpaste that contains fluoride, which helps protect your teeth from decay. Replace your toothbrush every three or four months, or sooner if the bristles are frayed. A worn toothbrush won't do a good ...
- 3. How to Prevent Dental Problems Early-On
- (Dental Shanghai)
- ... in the mouth the sugars from both the liquid change into an acid that starts to dissolve the teeth causing decay. This can lead to severe damage to your child's baby teeth and even permanent teeth. Fluoride: ...
- 4. Fluoride and Your Kids Teeth: How Much do They Need?
- (Dental Shanghai)
- This is actually not an easy question to answer. Fluoride is a very important element in the development of strong teeth, and all children need it. Fluoride is a natural element and it mixes with the enamel ...
- 5. What is Flouride and Why Do We Need It?
- (Dental Shanghai)
- Fluoride—the earth’s 13th most abundant element—is found naturally in soil, plant life and processed foods. Fluoride has been added to our tap water since the 1940s to prevent common tooth decay. Research ...
- 6. Dry mouth
- (Dry mouth)
- ... fit you for coverings for your teeth filled with fluoride to wear at night. When the cause of the problem either can't be determined or can't be resolved, the following tips may help improve your ...
- 7. Dental Health: Keeping Your Child's Teeth Healthy
- (Teething & Tooth Care)
- ... a pea-size amount of fluoride toothpaste, which helps prevent cavities. If your child doesn’t like the taste of the toothpaste, try another flavor or use plain water. Also try to teach your child not to ...
- 8. Fluoride Supplements
- (Feeding & Nutrition)
- Babies should not receive fluoride supplementation during the first six months of life, whether they are breastfed or formula-fed. After that time, breastfed and formula-fed infants need appropriate fluoride ...
