Recent research raises questions about the effectiveness and potential risks of community water fluoridation, prompting renewed discussion on its role in public health.
From enhancing remineralization to inhibiting bacterial metabolism, fluoride remains an essential tool for clinicians tackling dental caries across all risk levels.
An in-depth understanding of fluoride’s benefits, risks, and appropriate use is crucial for oral health professionals to provide personalized and effective dental care, for all ages.
Oral health professionals need to remain up-to-date on the types of radiographic exposures and size image receptors in order to be well-prepared to treat this population.