fluoride

Why Do I Need Fluoride?

June 7, 2012

Many of our patients know that we consider fluoride an amazing tool. The increased use of fluoride has changed dentistry radically over the past forty years or so. So although you probably are familiar with fluoride, this post is really to answer the question: Why do I need fluoride?  What are the benefits? What are [...]

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Link Between Bottled Water and Tooth Decay in Children

April 12, 2012

There have been many articles lately bringing to light the increase in cavities in children and the possible link with bottled water.  Some articles have suggested that the increase in bottled water over tap water has decreased the amount of fluoride intake thereby increasing the rate of cavities in children. This statement is not entirely [...]

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