Non Water Community Fluoride Delivery Flashcards
1
Q
how does fluoride prevent caries?
A
- promotes remineralisation
- fluoro-apatite formed less susceptible to demineralisation
- TOPICAL MORE EFFECTIVE THAN SYSTEMIC
- fluoride may also directly affect bacteria
- FLUORIDE MOST EFFECTIVE ON EARLY LESIONS
2
Q
what are community forms of fluoride therapy?
A
- water
- school based brushing & varnish
3
Q
what are dental practice forms of fluoride therapy?
A
- varnish
- gels & foams
4
Q
what are home forms of fluoride therapy?
A
- toothpaste
- mouthrinse
- tablets
5
Q
what are the factors that determine the anti caries effect of fluoride toothpaste?
A
- fluoride concentration of toothpaste
- frequency of using toothpaste
- rinsing after brushing or not
- time of tooth brushing
6
Q
what are the issues with using fluoride?
A
- inevitable ingestion
- increased risk of enamel fluorosis
- risk: caries prevention vs fluorosis risk
7
Q
what are the RISKS of fluoride use?
A
risks arise from INGESTING:
- acutely toxic (rare)
- chronic toxicity (fluorosis)
