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Contemporary Fluoride Use in Oral Health

Background and Foundation

THE NEXT DDS

Learning Objectives  

This is part I of a four-part series about fluoride on THE NEXT DDS. After hearing this podcast, the listener should:
  • Understand the role of fluoride in preventing caries and preserving oral health
  • Understand the concept of water fluoridation
The decline of dental caries in the United States can logically be attributed to the widespread use of fluoride. Moreover, fluoride is safe when used appropriately, and may be of most benefit to those at highest risk of dental decay. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has issued recommendations for fluoride use that highlight the need for fluoride throughout one’s life span. Although some controversy surrounds fluoride application, the preponderance of evidence shows that fluoride usage can be a boon to oral health.
 
For Part II of this series about fluoride, visit this link: Fluoride Use for Prevention
 
Related Reading:
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