Jun 14, 2023 · Fluoride supplements can be prescribed for children ages 6 months to 16 years who are at high risk for tooth decay and whose primary drinking water has a low fluoride …

A panel of experts convened by the ADA Council on Scientific Affairs presents an evidence-based clinical practice guideline and systematic review on professionally-applied and prescription …

The ADA recognizes the use of fluoride and community water fluoridation as safe and effective in preventing tooth decay for both children and adults.

Nov 30, 2023 · Treatment options include: Fluoride treatments. If your cavity just started, a fluoride treatment may help restore your tooth's enamel and can sometimes reverse a cavity in …

Fluoridation FAQs There is a lot of misinformation in the media about fluoride. Here are science-based answers to questions you may have.

A panel of experts convened by the ADA Council on Scientific Affairs has developed clinical recommendations for the nonrestorative treatment of carious lesions, including the ADA's first …

The resulting guidelines serve as a valuable resource for dental professionals, enabling them to make sound clinical decisions and apply scientific findings in caring for patients. Below you will …

Sep 1, 2025 · To make up for this, extra fluoride may be added to the diet. Some children may require both dietary fluoride and topical fluoride treatments by the dentist. Use of a fluoride …

Sep 19, 2023 · Key Points There has been strong research interest in the use of silver diamine fluoride (SDF) to arrest caries lesions, which is an off-label use. SDF currently has FDA …

Jul 14, 2025 · Oral health care, including having dental radiographs taken and being given local anesthesia, is safe at any point during pregnancy. 1, 2 Further, the American Dental …