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22 February 2022

Fluoride: Access, emerging educational challenges pose risks to cavity prevention


Over the last 70 years, it has been well documented that access to fluoride for the U.S. population has contributed to dramatic declines in the prevalence and severity of tooth decay. This e-book was created to help dentists and dental professionals understand challenges and opportunities related to access to fluoride and to aid in facilitating a comprehensive dental homecare regimen to improve oral health.

What to expect inside:

Adults remain at risk for dental caries

Focus on xerostomia

Fluoride and root caries

Answering questions related to fluoride mouth rinses

Fluoride: A history of prevention worth repeating

For over 30 years, ACT® has been dedicated to improving the dental health of your pediatric and adult patients. With a full suite of 0.05% sodium fluoride anticavity rinses, whitening, and dry mouth products, it's no wonder ACT® is the #1 Dentist and Hygienist Recommended Fluoride Brand.* Visit ACTOralCarePro.com today for more information and free coupons, samples and patient materials.


Source: www.ada.org


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