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Fluoride therapy in clinical practice.

W D Love

    Dental Clinics of North America
    |July 1, 1984
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Fluorides and trace elements aid in managing dental caries and periodontal disease but do not eliminate them. Optimal oral health requires fluoride therapy as an adjunct to improved diet and hygiene.

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    Area of Science:

    • Oral health research
    • Dental therapeutics
    • Preventive dentistry

    Background:

    • Fluoride research is dynamic, requiring clinicians to stay updated on current literature.
    • Trace elements also impact dental caries.
    • Effective oral disease treatment necessitates awareness of ongoing research.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To emphasize the importance of staying current with research on fluoride and trace element applications in dentistry.
    • To clarify the role of fluorides in managing dental caries and periodontal disease.
    • To highlight that fluorides are an adjunct, not a sole treatment.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review of ongoing research in fluoride and trace element applications.
    • Analysis of the impact of these elements on dental caries and periodontal disease.

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  • Synthesis of current therapeutic strategies in oral health.

    • Main Results:

    • Fluorides are a primary therapeutic measure for dental caries and periodontal disease.
    • Fluorides reduce, but do not eliminate, oral diseases.
    • Other therapies like diet and hygiene are essential complements.

    Conclusions:

    • Clinicians must remain updated on research for effective fluoride and trace element use.
    • Fluoride therapy should be considered an adjunct to, not a replacement for, comprehensive oral care.
    • Fluoride alone cannot prevent caries or treat periodontal disease effectively.