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Let's see, digging way back into my subconscious. Back to dental hygiene school....
Fluoride is a natural occurring element, on the Periodic Table I believe it's chemical symbol is simply: F
It is found in ground water, soil, vegetables and some fish.
Commercially it is available in many forms namely toothpaste. Also available in rinses, chewable tablets, gels, foams, varnishes and creams.
Community water fluoridation is a controversial subject because some people believe that fluoride is a toxic substance.
This is true, most substances are toxic when ingested in high enough dosages.
When the teeth are exposed to optimum (low) levels of systemic fluoride during their development, they develop stronger and more cavity resistant.
When developed/mature teeth are exposed to optimum (low) levels of topical fluoride every day, cavities are prevented, stopped, or slowed down.
TOPCIAL fluoride application should not be confused with SYSTEMIC, or ingested (swallowed) fluoride as they are administered differently, for different purposes and behave in very different fashions.
While I am not going to weigh in on the controversial issue of community water fluoridation, I do firmly agree with the evidence that TOPICAL fluoride use is both beneficial and safe and it is one of the greatest public health achievements in history; right up there with hand washing and penicillin.
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What is the chemical formula for fluoride toothpaste?
This toothpastes contain sodium fluoride (NaF), tin fluoride (SnF2), sodium monofluorophosphate(NaPO3F), etc. as fluoride source.
What is the most reliable source of dietary fluoride?
No, most natural dietary fluoride comes from mineral deposits containing fluoride salts, this then leaches into drinking water. But with only a few rare exceptions this is rare. Most municipal water supplies have fluoride added and this would overwhelm any natural dietary fluoride sources.
How do you get fluoride out of water?
Only filters that use reverse osmosis or activated alumina are effective at removing fluoride from tap water. "Brita" filters do not remove fluoride. Source: http://www.ewg.org/EWGFAQ#
Most reliable source of dietary fluoride?
The water provided by one's city or region is the most reliable source of dietary flouride.
What is the best tube for collecting an ethanol specimen?
sodium fluoride
Fluoride deficiency is best known to lead to?
Dental decay
Which of the following best describes the fluoride content of bottled water?
usually bottled water does not have fluoride in it unless they advertise that it does (like nursery water or water specifically for kids they may add fluoride to those)
Does cobalt fluoride conatin both a transition metal ion and a halogen ion?
Yes. Cobalt fluoride can refer to cobalt(II) fluoride, CoF2 or cobalt(III) fluoride CoF3. Both of these are best described as being ionic. In the solid state, in both compounds, the Co ion is surrounded by 6 fluoride ions.
Is toothpaste the compound sodium and fluoride?
No, toothpaste is a very complex mixture.Toothpaste is mostly abrasives, detergents, a source of fluoride, and flavorings. Toothpastes are available withoutany fluoride too, especially for young children as they might swallow the toothpaste and too much fluoride causes brown spots on the teeth and can even be toxic. Other ingredients may include antibacterials, remineralizers, antidrying agents, desensitizing agents, etc.Abrasives used include hydrated silica (which can be made from sand), hydrated alumina, calcium carbonate, and dicalcium phosphates. None of these materials would have any cleaning effect on teeth without the scrubbing action of a toothbrush.The most common source of fluoride is the salt sodium fluoride, but the salt tin fluoride (stannous fluoride), the organic salt olaflur, and the salt sodium monofluorophosphate (Na2PO3F) are also used.
You have ac ripple on the ground potential key line for your hf radio this causes noise in the hf radio you cannot find the source of the ac what can you use to filter the ac from the ground potential?
it is hydrogen fluoride........ lol your welcome it is hydrogen fluoride........ lol your welcome it is hydrogen fluoride........ lol your welcome
Is floride good for you?
Fluoride is very good for your teeth as it helps to strengthen the enamel against cavities. The most common source of fluoride is community water (ie. bottled water). Excess fluoride may cause something called "fluorosis" which is staining on the teeth.
Is fluoride an oxidation of fluoride?
No, The fluoride ion is a reduced form of fluorine.
