Fluoride is a mineral that can be naturally found in soil, all water and even many foods, according to the Cleveland Clinic.

Up to half of those drinking fluoridated water also suffer 'dental fluorosis' - a mottling of the teeth thought to be caused by its effects. However, studies have shown conclusively that fluoride ...

Too much fluoride in drinking water can contribute to dental and skeletal fluorosis. It is important to note that ... such as white streaks or mottling. A recent study identified several key factors ...

However, this reduction in caries has also been associated with concerns regarding increased prevalence of dental fluorosis in both fluoridated and non-fluoridated communities. [1–4] The York ...

But the authors, in a second related study, suggest that parents concerned about the risk of fluorosis – the discolouration or mottling of the teeth caused by excessive fluoride ingestion – should ...

“The most common side effect of fluoride is fluorosis (fluoride-induced tooth discoloration). People with fluorosis develop spots on their teeth that can range from light white to dark brown ...

Fluorosis is a growing epidemic that toothpaste alone won’t fix. The solution lies in reducing fluoride exposure at the source. We’ve all heard from dentists and TV ads: “To prevent tooth ...

Background: The quantification of fluorosis using fluorescence imaging (QLF) hardware and stain analysis software has been demonstrated in selected populations with good correlation between ...