fluoriid
Fluoriid, commonly referred to as fluoride in English, refers to the fluoride ion and fluoride-containing compounds derived from the element fluorine. The fluoride ion is F−, a negatively charged halide. Fluoriid compounds include sodium fluoride (NaF), stannous fluoride (SnF2), ammonium fluoride (NH4F), and calcium fluoride (CaF2), among others. These substances can be present as minerals in rocks and waters or be produced for commercial use.
Fluoriid occurs naturally in the environment and is found in varying amounts in groundwater and soils. Industrially,
In dentistry, low doses of fluoriid are used to reduce dental caries. It is added to some
Safety and regulation emphasize preventing overexposure. Excessive fluoriid intake can cause dental fluorosis in children and,
See also: dental fluorosis, water fluoridation, fluoride toothpaste, fluoride in public health.