K úloze fluoridů v prevenci zubního kazu // SOLEN

Pediatria pre prax 4/2001

K úloze fluoridů v prevenci zubního kazu

The Role of Fluorides in Prevention of Dental Caries In our article, after short glimpse into history of fluoride using, we would like to inform about current opinions on origin of tooth decay and on role of fluorides in this process. Possible means of fluoride supplementation are briefly mentioned. Potential occurrence of fluorosis and its prevention is discussed in detail. Finally we want to draw attention to essential individualization of fluoride supplementation mainly among pre-school aged children. Key words: fluoride, dental caries, fluorosis.