Where Do Fluorosis Come from?

Dental fluorosis is caused by taking in too much fluoride over a long period when the teeth are forming under the gums. Only children aged 8 years and younger are at risk because this is when permanent teeth are developing; children older than 8 years, adolescents, and adults cannot develop dental fluorosis.

Does fluorosis go away?

Why? That is the period when permanent teeth are still developing under the gums. For kids, fluorosis can cause significant embarrassment and anxiety about the appearance of their teeth. No matter how much they might brush and floss, the fluorosis stains do not go away.

Where does fluorosis occur?

Dental fluorosis is a condition affecting tooth enamel and is caused by an increased intake of fluoride, over an extended period of time, while teeth are developing under the gums. Most fluorosis is classified as very mild, mild, or moderate. Severe fluorosis occurs in less than 1% of the population.

Sophia Al-Mansoor

Sophia Al-Mansoor

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