Flouride

Fluoride

We all know fluoride as something in our toothpaste, but do we really know how it works to benefit or teeth's health? I will not only be explaining how fluoride works but some of the more interesting facts too that include when it was first introduced and why we keep on using it to protect our teeth.

Some background information on fluoride is it helps benefit our teeth and it can be effective in remineralizing the early stages of cavities. It not only helps the early stages of cavities but can also strengthen your enamel. Fluoride has been used to treat teeth decay for many of decades too. The first time fluoride was introduced was in 1945. This was when fluoridated water was in affect and scientists found out that the water could prevent tooth decay and then eventually fluoride was added to every community because of its abilities. In 1955 fluoride toothpaste was introduced which made it even easier to avoid cavities and decay.

Fluoride is made up of three compounds. These compounds include the following: Sodium fluoride. This was the first used and is the referenced standard. It is a white odorless powder/crystal like dust. The second compound is named fluorosilicic acid. This is a inexpensive liquid by-product of phosphate. It comes in various strengths between 20%-25%, and is also known as silicofluoric acid. The third compounds name is sodium fluorosilicate. This is also a powder and is easier to ship than fluorosilic acid. These compounds are what make up fluoride so that it can keep your teeth hard. Not only does it keep your teeth hard but it also interferes with plaque buildup.

In conclusion fluoride is meant to help the human teeth and make it last. It is what we use every morning when we get up and brush our teeth. Without fluoride I would say that we would never have the chance to taste certain things and smile because of how much it protects our teeth form germs that can damage teeth. This is just a little bit of information on the wonders of fluoride and how it works.