Category Archives: Teeth

Fluoride in Toothpaste

Posted on March 5, 2020 by Robert Barrington

Studies show that adding fluoride to toothpaste can reduce the demineralisation of enamel seen with consumption of varying levels of carbohydrate. We are told this is because fluoride is required for the correct mineralisation of tooth enamel, and that the … Continue reading →

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Fluoride in Toothpaste

Posted on April 7, 2019 by Robert Barrington
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How Does Fluroide Protect Teeth and Is It Important?

Posted on April 5, 2019 by Robert Barrington
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Is Fluoride Just An Antimicrobial Poison?

Posted on January 15, 2018 by Robert Barrington

Fluoride is used extensively as an agent to prevent dental caries. In this regard, the mainstream accepted mechanism of action derives from the ability of fluoride to cause remineralisation of tooth enamel, which hardens the teeth and prevents the development … Continue reading →

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How Does Topical Fluoride Work?

Posted on November 19, 2017 by Robert Barrington
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Green Tea Catechins Protect Teeth

Posted on November 18, 2017 by Robert Barrington
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The Real Truth About Fluoride?

Posted on April 30, 2017 by Robert Barrington
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Dental Caries: Nutritional Considerations

Posted on February 5, 2014 by Robert Barrington

  The relationship between food and dental health is complex. For dental caries to form there is a requirement for three simultaneous processes to occur. These are the presence of caries inducing microorganisms in the mouth, the presence of food … Continue reading →

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