In part 1 and 2 of this series, we discussed the benefits and risks associated with the use of fluoride. While fluoride does make the enamel more acid resistant, when used topically, some families have concerns about the toxicity of potentially ingesting fluoride. As a...
Fluoride is an oral health solution which has the popular benefit of being able to prevent cavities. While it does make the enamel more resistant to harmful acids, when used topically, some families have concerns about the toxicity of ingesting fluoride. In order to determine...
In this series, we’re discussing the benefits, risks, and alternatives to fluoride. In part 2, we’ll discuss the risks associated with fluoride. Find part 1, discussing the benefits, here! There are three primary avenues that the common public uses fluoride: toothpaste, mouthwash, and community water...
In our last post we discussed some of the common myths about water fluoridation. In this post we will talk about some of the top ways to reduce fluoride exposure in Prescott. As we stated in the last post, topical fluoride is safe and beneficial...
When it comes to fluoride, there is a lot of controversy. While the use of topical fluoride does strengthen the enamel, at Prescott Dentistry, we understand that many of you have concerns about ingesting fluoride. Water is one of the biggest sources of fluoride ingestion...