DENTAL FLUOROSIS:
Mottling of tooth enamel
Developmental disturbances dental enamel
Caused by excessive exposure to high concentration of
fluoride
Teeth become rough with brown/yellow patches on their
surface
Occurs at the age of 0-6 year only
Mild:
Opaque white areas covering less than 50% of the tooth
surface
Moderate:
All tooth surfaces affected marked wear on biting surfaces
brown stain may be present
Severe:
All tooth surfaces affected, discrete or confluent pitting, and
brown stain present
Causes:
Inappropriate use of fluoride containing dental products
such as toothpastes and mouth rinses
Taking a higher than prescribed amount of a fluoride
supplement during early childhood
Taking a fluoride supplement when fluoridated drinking water
of fluoride fortified fruit juices and soft drink already provide the right
amount
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