The American Dental Association (ADA) recommends a professional fluoride treatment at your dentist’s office every 3, 6, or 12 months, depending on your oral health. If you’re at high risk for cavities, your dentist may also prescribe a special fluoride rinse or gel to use regularly at home.
The following can increase your risk of cavities:
Fluoride benefits both children and adults. The earlier children are exposed to fluoride, the less likely they are to develop cavities. A large study found that children and adolescents who received fluoride treatments for one year were less likely to have tooth decay and cavities.
Before fluoride was added to toothpaste, studies found that people with fluoridated water were 40-60 percent less likely to get cavities. The ADA and the Centers for Disease Control recommend trace amounts of fluoride be present in drinking water.
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