"The interest of the systematic prescription fluoride in preventing tooth decay in infants and pregnant women is the subject of much debate" already warned the French Sanitary Safety of Health Products (AFSSAPS) in 2002 .
Today, Afssaps insists it cease recommended intake of fluoride in bottles of children under 6 years.
"In the early 80s, recalled Doctissimo, health professionals thought should be given fluoride by General (tablets, drops) during the mineralization of teeth to prevent the formation of cavities. Today, scientific studies show that fluoride is most effective when administered through local form of toothpaste on the teeth. "
The Afssaps recalls in its press release that preventing tooth decay is through education to oral hygiene adapted a healthy diet, proper use of fluoride and consultation early and regular dental surgeon. Whatever the level of risk of cavities in children, the most effective measure to prevent tooth decay is brushing teeth with a fluoride toothpaste at least twice a day. The brush must be performed or witnessed by an adult child before 6 years or less autonomous.
Today, Afssaps insists it cease recommended intake of fluoride in bottles of children under 6 years.
"In the early 80s, recalled Doctissimo, health professionals thought should be given fluoride by General (tablets, drops) during the mineralization of teeth to prevent the formation of cavities. Today, scientific studies show that fluoride is most effective when administered through local form of toothpaste on the teeth. "
The Afssaps recalls in its press release that preventing tooth decay is through education to oral hygiene adapted a healthy diet, proper use of fluoride and consultation early and regular dental surgeon. Whatever the level of risk of cavities in children, the most effective measure to prevent tooth decay is brushing teeth with a fluoride toothpaste at least twice a day. The brush must be performed or witnessed by an adult child before 6 years or less autonomous.
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