tandfluorose
Tandfluorose, also known as dental fluorosis, is a condition that affects the appearance of tooth enamel. It is caused by excessive ingestion of fluoride during the period when teeth are forming, typically before the age of eight. Fluoride is beneficial for teeth in appropriate amounts, as it strengthens enamel and helps prevent cavities. However, overexposure during tooth development can lead to fluorosis.
The severity of dental fluorosis ranges from very mild, with barely noticeable white flecks or streaks on
The primary source of excess fluoride leading to fluorosis is often fluoridated drinking water, particularly in