Some aspects of dental caries prevention

Abstract

The study of the effectiveness of fluoride continues for 70 years, and during this time a great deal of scientific and practical experience has been gained, and long-term results have been obtained at the population level. Today it is recognized that it is precisely the entry of optimal fluoride concentrations into the body, especially during the period of teeth formation that significantly affects the prevalence and intensity of dental caries. Numerous clinical studies have confirmed the remineralizing and anticariogenic effect of fluorides, which have a high level of scientific evidence. This level also corresponds to the evidence base on the efficacy and safety of systemic methods of fluoride prophylaxis (fluoridation of water, salt, milk, taking fluoridecontaining tablets and drops), which provide a fairly high anti-caries effect (40–60%) at a low cost.