Biphasic Functions of Sodium Fluoride (NaF) in Soft and in Hard Periodontal Tissues.
January 16, 2022
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International Journal of Molecular Sciences
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Wang X, Tewari N, Sato F, Tanimoto K, Thangavelu L, Makishima M, Bhawal UK.
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23(2):962.
1. Introduction
Fluoride is well known for its use in the treatment of dental caries, either systemically or topically [1]. Fluoride intake (such as in drinking water, fluoridated toothpaste, or fluoride supplements) is the cornerstone to preventing dental caries in adults and children. Fluoride prevents dental caries by slowing down the demineralization of enamel, which is caused by the interaction between dental plaque and dental hard tissues. Fluoride may inhibit tooth decay by 40–60