Question

Fluoride is used in toothpaste to
prevent ...​

Answer 1

Explanation:

Fluoride is a mineral in your bones and teeth. It’s also found naturally in the following:

water

soil

plants

rocks

air

Fluoride is commonly used in dentistry to strengthen enamel, which is the outer layer of your teeth. Fluoride helps to prevent cavities. It’s also added in small amounts to public water supplies in the United States and in many other countries. This process is called water fluoridation.

Read on to learn more about the use of fluoride and the controversy surrounding its safety.