Following provided by Crest
FLUORIDE HELPS PEOPLE OF ALL AGES:
- Fluoride makes the tooth surface harder
- Fluoride helps prevent cavities
FLUORIDE CAN BE FOUND IN:
DRINKING WATER
DOES YOUR DRINKING WATER CONTAIN THE CORRECT AMOUNT OF FLUORIDE?
- Adding fluoride to municipal drinking water is one
of the easiest and most cost-effective methods of protecting children
and adults from tooth decay.
- Not certain about the fluoride level in your water system? Ask your dentist.
- If your water does not contain fluoride, your
dentist may recommend prescribing fluoride tablets or drops for you and
your family.
- Support water fluoridation in your community.
- Make sure you and your children drink fluoridated water every day.
- Give your kids water and minimize their intake of soft drinks.
- Remember – bottled water may be very popular now, but it may not contain fluoride.
TOOTHPASTE
SHOULD YOU USE A FLUORIDE-CONTAINING TOOTHPASTE?
- Fluoride-containing toothpaste helps to prevent cavities in children AND adults.
- Supervise your children when they brush their teeth.
- Kids under age 6 should only use a “pea size” dab of fluoride-containing toothpaste.
FLUORIDE-CONTAINING MOUTHRINSES
SHOULD YOU USE A FLUORIDE-CONTAINING MOUTHRINSE?
- This source of fluoride also helps stop tooth decay in children AND adults.
- Many brands are available in your local grocery or drug store.
- Check with your local board of education - your kids may already receive fluoride mouthrinses at school.
REMEMBER THE CAVITY FIGHTERS:
- Fluoride (from water, toothpaste, and mouthrinses).
- Sealants placed on teeth.
- Sugar-free foods and drinks.
- Daily brushing and flossing (especially after eating).
- Regular dental visits.