title: Cariostatic mechanisms of fluoride.
abstract: Current research findings reveal the mechanisms by which fluoride can prevent caries and heal lesions previously thought to require restoration. The presence of fluoride ions at the enamel surface is key.
authors.affiliation: Princeton Dental Resource Center.
authors.forename: M C
authors.initials: MC
authors.lastname: Miller
mesh_terms: D002327:Cariostatic Agents; D003743:Dental Enamel / Q000187:drug effects; D005459:Fluorides / Q000737:chemistry / Q000494:pharmacology*; D006801:Humans
chemical_list: D002327:Cariostatic Agents; D005459:Fluorides