Clinical effect and mechanism of cariostatic action of fluoride-containing toothpastes: a review.
Caries reduction has been observed in certain parts of the western world. The reduction coincides with the timing of the introduction of fluoride-containing toothpastes and no other factors can explain the caries reduction. It is possible that improved oral hygiene and use of fluoride have a synergistic effect.
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Department of Paedodontics, University of Oslo, Norway.
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Cruz
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D002327:Cariostatic Agents; D003731:Dental Caries / Q000517:prevention & control; D003743:Dental Enamel / Q000187:drug effects; D005459:Fluorides / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000494:pharmacology*; D006801:Humans; D014100:Toothpastes
D002327:Cariostatic Agents; D014100:Toothpastes; D005459:Fluorides