Highland’s Ranch Dentist
Posted by Jamie | Posted in Medical | Posted on 27-01-2010-05-2008
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Children’s toothpastes that have low concentrations of fluoride may be ineffective in preventing tooth decay, new research suggests and Highlands Ranch Dentist confirms.
During a recent study by the Cochrane Oral Health Group researchers found that toothpaste containing fewer than 1,000 parts per millionwere justas ineffective at preventing cavities as non-fluoride products.
Conversely, toothpastes containing more of the compound have been found to reduce dental decay by about 24%, according to one report.
Typically, children’s dental careproducts will contain as few as 100 parts of fluoride per million, because of the fear that they may swallow the toothpaste and develop a condition known as fluorosis, which manifests itself in white, black or brown streaks on the teeth.
Dr Anne-Marie Glenny, one of the report’s authors, told the news source, “From a public health point of view, the risk of tooth decay and its consequences such as pain and extractions is greater than the small risk of fluorosis.”
The American Dental Association recommends brushing and flossing at least twice daily and frequently visiting a dentist to prevent dental health problems like tooth decay.
Highlands Ranch Dentist at South East Denver Dental Associates can help you determine which toothpaste would be best for your children. They also service Denver and the Highlands Ranch area for comprehenisve dentistry for all ages:
• Children and Seniors
• Cleanings
• Fillings
• Crowns
• Root canals
• Extractions
• Dentures
• Implants
• Cosmetic Dentistry
• Smile Makeovers
• Veneers
• Implants
Visit www.southeastdenverdental.comfor more information and dental services in the Highlands Ranch, Colorado area.