A REVIEW ON FLUORIDE GEL FOR PREVENTION OF DENTAL CARIES
Saba Begum*, Safiya Begum and Dr S M Shahidullah
ABSTRACT
This review aims to evaluate the effectiveness of professional topical fluoride application on the prevention of dental caries in primary and permanent dentition. The aim of this paper is to present scientific background to understand the importance of each method of fluoride use considering the current caries epidemiological scenario, and to discuss how individual or combined methods can be used based on the best evidence available. Topical Fluoride has been the primary human action of dental caries hindrance for many decades. There are Various mechanisms that kind it advantageous including inhibiting pathology, enhancing remineralization, and inhibiting microorganism maturation. This paper represents the development, mechanism of action, and manner of use of various fluoride products. Topical fluoride applications are indicated for patients with active smooth surface caries and for patients in high caries risk groups. Both APF gel and fluoride varnish are effective and can be recommended for caries prevention in primary and permanent teeth. For children under the age of 6, only 2.26% fluoride varnish is recommended.
Keywords: Fluoride, caries prevention, Acidulated Phosphate Fluoride, Professionally applied topical fluoride, children, dentistry.
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