Bacteria living in your mouth get to work as soon as you take your first bite or sip of something sweet. Consuming your sugar more strategically can help keep cavities at bay.
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Fluoride varnish, easily and quickly applied to a child’s teeth, is an affordable and effective way to help prevent cavities.
Although the health benefits of fluoride have been well-documented for decades, some say its use infringes on personal choice.
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Associate Professor of Oral Biology, University of Florida
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Professor of Oral Biology, University of Florida
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Clinical Professor of Cariology, Prevention and Restorative Dentistry, Texas A&M University
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Professor of Industrial and Systems Engineering, Kennesaw State University
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Associate Professor of Pediatric Dentistry, Virginia Commonwealth University