Is Fluoride an Essential Part of Your Daily Oral Care Routine?

When most of us think of fluoride, we think of the fluoride that is present in our toothpaste or in our drinking water, although not all states fluoridate their water. In the communities around the US where the water is not fluoridated, fluoride supplementation is common.

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Fluoride and Protecting Teeth From Cavities

It is a well-known fact that fluoride protects teeth from cavities. And it’s well-known because we see fluoride all around-in toothpastes, in mouthwashes, at the dentist’s as part of your routine treatment. It’s too well-known, perhaps, that it’s often taken for granted until a directly involving situation arises, like when …