Why is fluoride important for teeth?
Several times in the previous posts we have mentioned that fluoride is good for the teeth. In this post we will explore why.
What is fluoride?
Fluoride is a mineral. Fluoride is a compound of two elements: fluorine and oxygen.
How is fluoride connected to teeth?
Fluoride, along with calcium and phosphate, is present in the enamel of our teeth. Bacteria and plaque rob the teeth off the mineral deposits. This process is called demineralization.
What happens if fluoride is washed off the teeth?
Fluoride is essential for healthy teeth. When bacteria and plaque eat away the fluoride, the teeth start to decay. Thus, fluoride is very important to avoid tooth decay. Fluoride also helps in re-mineralization, attracting other essential minerals.
What can you do to restore the fluoride content in your teeth?
It is very simple to get the required fluoride for your teeth: just follow the advice given below.
- Drink water that contains fluoride.
- Eat food that has fluoride in it.
- Use fluoride-based toothpaste.
Ask your dentist to recommend a fluoride toothpaste.
What foods contain fluoride?
The following contain fluoride:
- Cereals
- Fresh fruit and juices
- Vegetables
- Turkey
- Cherry
- Tea
Ask your dentist if you need fluoride supplements.
Happy smiling!
P.S
you need to take a basic chemistry class
and learn about “Fluoride”
Fluoride that occurs naturally in groundwater,
it is called Calcium fluoride (CaF2), Fluorine bound to Calcium and that is insoluble.
and The “fluoride” they use to adjust water that is naturally low in Calcium fluoride
is a compound called
sodium hexafluorosilicate or
sodium silicofluoride (Na2SiF6) and is soluble except for the heavy metals it contains.
Can you produce me one thorough toxicological study stating it is safe for human consumption?