Caries Preventing by Topical Fluoride
Abstract: The use of fluoride has been considered the most important among the non - invasive therapeutic and preventive management of caries, with its mechanism of action primarily topical by incorporating fluorapatite crystals in the tooth enamel, making it more resistant to acid dissolution. This article provides a review of the uses, mechanism of action, formulations along with the recent updates on applied topical fluorides and for prescription - strength home - use topical fluorides for caries prevention.
Keywords: Fluoride, caries, decay, dental plaque, sodium fluoride
How to Cite?: Kanishka Awana, Dr. Puja Bansal, Dr. Deepak Bhargava, "Caries Preventing by Topical Fluoride", Volume 12 Issue 3, March 2023, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 566-568, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR23311221454, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR23311221454