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Fluorosis is an endemic disease characterized by excess deposition of fluorides in hard and soft tissues of the body. Dental fluorosis mostly affects families residing in high-fluoride belt areas with excessive amount of fluoride present in drinking water.
1 Μαρ 2009 · Fluorosis can be prevented by having an adequate knowledge of the fluoride sources, knowing how to manage this issue and therefore, avoid overexposure.
Dental Fluorosis is a condition that affects teeth, caused by excessive fluoride intake during the early years of tooth development. This condition primarily manifests through changes in the appearance of the tooth enamel.
1 Ιουν 2023 · Once the signs of dental fluorosis are evident in dentition clinically, it is too late for prevention strategies to be effective. Prevention must be instigated from birth and lies primarily in the education of caregivers and government strategy and policy.
1 Μαΐ 2019 · Fluoride intake has both beneficial effects – in reducing the incidence of dental caries – and negative effects – in causing tooth enamel and skeletal fluorosis following prolonged exposure to high concentrations. The intake ranges that produce these opposing effects are not far apart.
1 Φεβ 2009 · The recommended level for daily fluoride intake is 0.05 - 0.07 mg F/Kg/day, which is considered of great help in preventing dental caries, acting in remineralization. A daily intake above this safe level leads to an increased risk of dental fluorosis.
Fluorosis is a discoloration of the teeth due to chronic excessive exposure to fluoride during tooth development. It is a cosmetic issue that does NOT affect systemic health. Clinical Appearance. Wide variability in presentation. Enamel white flecks, spots, and lines in most cases.
