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| name = Dental fluorosis | |||
| image = [[File:Dental_fluorosis_(mild).png|250px]] | |||
| caption = Mild dental fluorosis | |||
| field = [[Dentistry]] | |||
| synonyms = [[Mottled enamel]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Discoloration]] of teeth, [[enamel]] defects | |||
| complications = [[Tooth decay]] (in severe cases) | |||
| onset = During [[tooth development]] | |||
| duration = Permanent | |||
| causes = Excessive [[fluoride]] intake during [[enamel formation]] | |||
| risks = High fluoride levels in drinking water, excessive use of fluoride-containing products | |||
| diagnosis = Clinical examination, [[dental history]] | |||
| differential = [[Enamel hypoplasia]], [[tetracycline staining]] | |||
| prevention = Monitoring fluoride intake, using appropriate fluoride levels in water | |||
| treatment = [[Cosmetic dentistry]] procedures, [[microabrasion]], [[bleaching]] | |||
| frequency = Varies by region, more common in areas with high natural fluoride levels | |||
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A condition that results from excessive [[fluoride]] ingestion during tooth development, resulting in tooth discoloration ranging from white streaks to brown stains and cracks or pits in the tooth ]]enamel]]. | A condition that results from excessive [[fluoride]] ingestion during tooth development, resulting in tooth discoloration ranging from white streaks to brown stains and cracks or pits in the tooth ]]enamel]]. | ||
[[File:4724507933 07ac954c27 bFluorose.jpg|alt=Fluorosis|left|thumb|Fluorosis]] | |||
[[File:4724507933 07ac954c27 bFluorose.jpg|alt=Fluorosis|thumb|Fluorosis]] | |||
== What causes dental fluorosis? == | == What causes dental fluorosis? == | ||
Excess fluoride consumed during tooth development can also result in a range of visible changes to the enamel surface of the tooth. | Excess fluoride consumed during tooth development can also result in a range of visible changes to the enamel surface of the tooth. | ||
These changes have been broadly termed dental [[fluorosis]]. | These changes have been broadly termed dental [[fluorosis]]. | ||
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== Changes in enamel == | == Changes in enamel == | ||
* Dental fluorosis is a condition that causes changes in the appearance of tooth enamel. | * Dental fluorosis is a condition that causes changes in the appearance of tooth enamel. | ||
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* Moderate and severe forms of dental fluorosis, which are far less common, cause more extensive enamel changes. | * Moderate and severe forms of dental fluorosis, which are far less common, cause more extensive enamel changes. | ||
* In the rare, severe form, pits may form in the teeth. | * In the rare, severe form, pits may form in the teeth. | ||
[[File:Dental fluorosis (mild).png|alt=Dental fluorosis|thumb|Dental fluorosis]] | [[File:Dental fluorosis (mild).png|alt=Dental fluorosis|left|thumb|Dental fluorosis]] | ||
== Young children at risk == | == Young children at risk == | ||
* Dental fluorosis is caused by taking in too much fluoride over a long period when the teeth are forming under the [[gums]]. | * Dental fluorosis is caused by taking in too much fluoride over a long period when the teeth are forming under the [[gums]]. | ||
* Only children aged 8 years and younger are at risk because this is when permanent teeth are developing; children older than 8 years, adolescents, and adults cannot develop dental fluorosis. | * Only children aged 8 years and younger are at risk because this is when permanent teeth are developing; children older than 8 years, adolescents, and adults cannot develop dental fluorosis. | ||
* The severity of the condition depends on the dose (how much), duration (how long), and timing (when consumed) of fluoride intake. | * The severity of the condition depends on the dose (how much), duration (how long), and timing (when consumed) of fluoride intake. | ||
== Safe flouride levels == | == Safe flouride levels == | ||
Fluoride tablets or drops should not be used at all if your drinking water has the recommended fluoride concentration of 0.7 mg/L or higher. | Fluoride tablets or drops should not be used at all if your drinking water has the recommended fluoride concentration of 0.7 mg/L or higher. | ||
== Also see == | == Also see == | ||
* [[Skeletal fluorosis]] | * [[Skeletal fluorosis]] | ||
* [[Fluorosis]] | * [[Fluorosis]] | ||
{{Oral pathology}} | {{Oral pathology}} | ||
[[Category:Developmental tooth disorders]] | [[Category:Developmental tooth disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Toxic effects of dietary elements]] | [[Category:Toxic effects of dietary elements]] | ||
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| Dental fluorosis | |
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| Synonyms | Mottled enamel |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Discoloration of teeth, enamel defects |
| Complications | Tooth decay (in severe cases) |
| Onset | During tooth development |
| Duration | Permanent |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Excessive fluoride intake during enamel formation |
| Risks | High fluoride levels in drinking water, excessive use of fluoride-containing products |
| Diagnosis | Clinical examination, dental history |
| Differential diagnosis | Enamel hypoplasia, tetracycline staining |
| Prevention | Monitoring fluoride intake, using appropriate fluoride levels in water |
| Treatment | Cosmetic dentistry procedures, microabrasion, bleaching |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | N/A |
| Frequency | Varies by region, more common in areas with high natural fluoride levels |
| Deaths | N/A |
A condition that results from excessive fluoride ingestion during tooth development, resulting in tooth discoloration ranging from white streaks to brown stains and cracks or pits in the tooth ]]enamel]].
What causes dental fluorosis?[edit]
Excess fluoride consumed during tooth development can also result in a range of visible changes to the enamel surface of the tooth. These changes have been broadly termed dental fluorosis.
Changes in enamel[edit]
- Dental fluorosis is a condition that causes changes in the appearance of tooth enamel.
- It may result when children regularly consume fluoride during the teeth-forming years, age 8 and younger.
- It appears as white spots on the tooth surface that may be barely noticeable and do not affect dental function.
- Moderate and severe forms of dental fluorosis, which are far less common, cause more extensive enamel changes.
- In the rare, severe form, pits may form in the teeth.
Young children at risk[edit]
- Dental fluorosis is caused by taking in too much fluoride over a long period when the teeth are forming under the gums.
- Only children aged 8 years and younger are at risk because this is when permanent teeth are developing; children older than 8 years, adolescents, and adults cannot develop dental fluorosis.
- The severity of the condition depends on the dose (how much), duration (how long), and timing (when consumed) of fluoride intake.
Safe flouride levels[edit]
Fluoride tablets or drops should not be used at all if your drinking water has the recommended fluoride concentration of 0.7 mg/L or higher.
