Fluoride helps protect teeth by making the hard outer layer—the enamel—more resistant to acid attacks by bacteria and sugars.

Tooth decay in children is rising, yet fluoride remains dentistry’s most trusted defence. Between ages 6–13, it helps ...

Two topical treatments applied to kids' cavities can stop the majority of them from progressing for years, according to a ...

They advocate for the use of fluoridated toothpaste, fluoride varnish treatments for young children, and early dental visits. The potential ban on ingestible fluoride prescriptions could ...

Dental decay is the most common chronic condition among children, yet it is almost entirely preventable. Still, far too many children in New York struggle to access basic preventive dental ...

Two bills before the Assembly would remove some barriers to dental care. A third proposal, to fast-track licensure for ...

The US Food and Drug Administration says it is starting the process to remove prescription fluoride tablets and drops from the market. These products are typically prescribed for babies and ...

We taught students oral hygiene techniques and applied fluoride varnish to their teeth ... likely to have access to a pediatric dentist. Children without this access are much more likely to ...

Recently, fluoride and its benefits have become controversial. As a practicing pediatrician, I think it is imperative for Utah’s parents to understand fluoride so they can make data-informed ...

and that’s going to affect underprivileged children. To offset that, Ultradent’s making available 70,000 doses of topical fluoride varnish,” said Dr. Gary Findley, a clinical researcher at ...

During dental appointments, consider getting a fluoride varnish applied to your children’s teeth. Reduce sugar intake. Remember, sugar is found not only in candies, but in soda, fruit juices ...