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Nonfluoride

Nonfluoride is a term used to describe products or public health policies that do not contain fluoride. In consumer dental care, items such as toothpaste and mouthwash may be labeled fluoride-free to indicate the absence of fluoride. This designation contrasts with traditional formulations that include fluoride as an active ingredient to reduce tooth decay.

People choose nonfluoride options for reasons such as personal preference, concerns about fluoride exposure, especially in

Effectiveness varies by product and individual caries risk. Nonfluoride care often emphasizes mechanical cleaning and may

children,
or
medical
considerations.
Public
health
decisions
in
some
regions
also
involve
nonfluoridation
or
limitations
on
fluoride
use,
which
may
drive
demand
for
fluoride-free
products.
While
fluoride-containing
products
are
widely
supported
by
many
dental
organizations
for
caries
prevention,
nonfluoride
products
are
presented
as
alternatives
rather
than
replacements
in
all
contexts.
incorporate
alternative
remineralization
ingredients
such
as
calcium
phosphate
compounds,
casein
phosphopeptide-amorphous
calcium
phosphate
(CPP-ACP),
or
nano-hydroxyapatite.
Xylitol-containing
products
are
sometimes
marketed
for
anti-caries
effects.
Dental
professionals
can
help
determine
whether
a
fluoride-free
approach
is
appropriate
for
a
given
person
or
population.