Protecting All Children's Teeth (PACT): Fluoride
Abstract This module on fluoride reviews the important role of fluoride in the prevention of dental caries. The primary mechanism of action of fluoride in preventing dental caries is topical. Fluoride prevents dental caries by enhancing remineralization of the tooth enamel, inhibiting demineralizati...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Association of American Medical Colleges
2013-11-01
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| Series: | MedEdPORTAL |
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| Online Access: | http://www.mededportal.org/doi/10.15766/mep_2374-8265.9608 |
