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The Story of Fluoridation

https://www.nidcr.nih.gov/health-info/fluoride/the-story-of-fluoridation

Read the story of fluoridation, and how dental science discovered—and ultimately proved to the world—that fluoride prevents tooth decay.

Community Water Fluoridation

https://www.nidcr.nih.gov/health-info/fluoride/community-water-fluoridation

Find NIDCR information about water fluoridation, including how it helps prevent tooth decay, improves oral health for all ages, and reduces health disparities, with historical context and current recommendations.

Ask the Expert: Why is fluoride good for dental health?

https://www.nidcr.nih.gov/health-info/fluoride/ask-expert-why-fluoride-good-dental-health

Explore expert advice from Dr. Webster-Cyriaque, who answers all your common questions about fluoride and how it works to prevent tooth decay.

Topical Solution Halts Tooth Decay in Children

https://www.nidcr.nih.gov/news-events/nidcr-news/2024/topical-solution-halts-tooth-decay-children

A topical liquid, silver diamine fluoride, can stop tooth decay in young children, according to an NIDCR-supported clinical trial.

Tooth Decay

https://www.nidcr.nih.gov/health-info/tooth-decay

Learn about causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments for tooth decay, which is damage to a tooth's surface, or enamel.

En Español: La caries dental

Oral Hygiene

https://www.nidcr.nih.gov/health-info/oral-hygiene

Discover comprehensive oral hygiene information with NIDCR. Learn essential tips and practices for maintaining optimal dental health and a bright smile.

En Español: La higiene oral