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[Fluoridation measures].

H J Gülzow

    Deutsche Zahnarztliche Zeitschrift
    |June 1, 1976
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Dental caries is a widespread disease. Shifting dental care from treatment to prevention, particularly through fluoride applications, is essential for reducing its incidence.

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    [The influence of an amine fluoride/stannous fluoride-containing gel on the oral microorganisms].

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    Area of Science:

    • Public Health
    • Dental Science
    • Preventive Medicine

    Context:

    • Dental caries represents a significant and growing global health issue with substantial socio-medical and economic implications.
    • It is currently the most prevalent disease worldwide, necessitating a strategic shift in dental care paradigms.
    • The escalating incidence of dental caries demands urgent attention from dental professionals and healthcare authorities.

    Purpose:

    • To advocate for a paradigm shift in dental practice from a treatment-centered approach to a prevention-focused model.
    • To highlight the critical role of preventive strategies in managing and reducing the prevalence of dental caries.
    • To emphasize the importance of changing attitudes among dentists and policymakers regarding dental care priorities.

    Summary:

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    • The study underscores that dental caries is a major global health concern.
    • It argues for a fundamental change in dental practice, prioritizing prevention over treatment.
    • Fluoride application methods are presented as safe, effective, and practical solutions for caries prevention.

    Impact:

    • Implementing preventive measures, such as fluoride treatments, can significantly decrease the incidence of dental caries.
    • A shift towards prevention can lead to improved public oral health outcomes.
    • This approach can potentially reduce the long-term economic burden associated with treating dental caries.