Sodium fluoride has replaced stannous fluoride and sodium monofluorophosphate as the most commonly used cavity-fighting agent in commercial toothpastes, although it didn't make its commercial debut ...

Topical fluoride may effectively reduce radiation caries in patients undergoing head and neck radiotherapy, according to a systematic review and meta-analysis recently published in the Journal of ...

Using a high-strength prescription fluoride toothpaste or gel may boost the remineralization of teeth in adults under ideal conditions, but it's unclear how well it works in a real-world setting, ...

Select independently determines what we cover and recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more. Choosing the right toothpaste is essential for oral hygiene, but the ...

Hydrofluorosilicic acid is an additive used to fluoridate community water supplies in the U.S. Like many chemicals, it is caustic in its concentrated form. But it never reaches consumers, and the ...

Eight cities and towns in Massachusetts have had to stop adding sodium fluoride to their municipal water supplies after running out of the compound, which is used to prevent tooth decay. Health ...