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Recommendations on Topical Fluoride Usage for Caries Management in East Asia
Faith Miaomiao Zheng1, Melissa Adiatman2, Chun Hung Chu1
1Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China.
International Dental Journal
|June 13, 2024
Summary
Fluoride is a safe and effective method to combat widespread dental caries in Asia. Recommendations include using fluoride toothpaste, mouth rinses, and professional treatments for prevention and control.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Public Health
- Preventive Medicine
Background:
- Dental caries affects 30-90% of Asian populations, often untreated, causing pain and infection.
- The Asian Academy of Preventive Dentistry (AAPD) organized a fluoride workshop to address this issue.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review existing literature and develop fluoride recommendations for Asian countries.
- To assess caries risk and identify topical fluoride products for various settings in Asia.
Main Methods:
- A fluoride working group was established by the AAPD.
- Literature review and assessment of caries risk and topical fluoride product usage in Asia.
Main Results:
- Fluoride is a safe and highly effective strategy for reducing caries prevalence and incidence.
- Key recommendations include using topical fluoride for prevention and control, fluoride toothpaste (≥1,000 ppm), 0.05% fluoride mouth rinse for children, professional fluoride applications, and 38% silver diamine fluoride for arresting caries.
Conclusions:
- Fluoride use is crucial for comprehensive oral health care in Asia.
- Recommendations aim to guide practitioners, healthcare providers, and caregivers in informed fluoride decision-making.
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