Why do I have white spots on my front teeth?
Aesthetics have always been important in mainstream society. Fluorosis, a condition of hypomineralization of the enamel, is at its most critical stage when a child is between 22 and 25 months of age. Because their swallowing reflex is not fully developed, children under the age of 6 can swallow between 25 percent and 33 percent of fluoridated toothpaste with each brushing. In order to better-educate parents about fluorosis and its effect on children's teeth, it is worth revisiting the guidelines for toothpaste use.
Dental Hygiene Program, Eugenio Maria de Hostos Community College, City University of New York, New York, USA. edincer@hostos.cuny.edu
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