Fluoride in Diet
Alternate Names : Diet - Fluoride
Definition Fluoride occurs naturally in the body as calcium fluoride, found primarily in the bones and teeth.
Overview & Functions
Small amounts of fluoride help reduce tooth decay. Fluoridation of water supplies helped reduce dental caries (cavities) in children by 50-60%. Fluorides are also involved in the maintenance of bone structure. Low doses of fluoride salts can sometimes be used, under the supervision of a doctor, for the treatment of conditions that cause accelerated bone loss, such as menopause and prolonged immobility.
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