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    This document discusses dental fluorosis, defined as permanent hypomineralization of enamel caused by excessive fluoride intake during tooth development. It notes that fluorosis can be caused by fluoridated water, supplements, or early toothpaste use. The forms range from very mild white spots to severe staining and pitting. Treatments include bleaching, microabrasion, composite fillings, and porcelain veneers. References on fluorosis are also provided.

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    This document discusses dental fluorosis, defined as permanent hypomineralization of enamel caused by excessive fluoride intake during tooth development. It notes that fluorosis can be caused by fluoridated water, supplements, or early toothpaste use. The forms range from very mild white spots to severe staining and pitting. Treatments include bleaching, microabrasion, composite fillings, and porcelain veneers. References on fluorosis are also provided.

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    This document discusses dental fluorosis, defined as permanent hypomineralization of enamel caused by excessive fluoride intake during tooth development. It notes that fluorosis can be caused by fluoridated water, supplements, or early toothpaste use. The forms range from very mild white spots to severe staining and pitting. Treatments include bleaching, microabrasion, composite fillings, and porcelain veneers. References on fluorosis are also provided.

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    FLUOROSIS

    SYEDA AYESHA ARABI


    2ND PROF BDS
    TABLE OF CONTENT

    DEFINITION

    CAUSES

    FORMS

    SIGN & SYMPTOMS

    TREATMENT

    REFERENCES
    DEFINITION

    Permanent hypomineralization of
    enamel due to excessive fluoride
    consumption during developmental
    stages is known as the dental
    fluorosis
    CAUSES

    Fluoridated drinking water

    Fluoride dietary supplements

    Early use of fluoride toothpaste


    FORMS

    Very mild

    Mild

    Moderate

    Severe
    SIGN & SYMPTOMS

    White spots

    Opacity

    Wear

    Brown spots

    Pitting
    TREATMENT

    Bleaching

    Microabrasion

    Composite restoration

    Porcelain veneers
    REFERENCES

    Burt & Eklund

    ADA

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