fluorosis is caused by deficiency of which vitamin or mineral ?
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DEFINITION:
Fluorosis is a cosmetic condition that affects the teeth. It's caused by overexposure to fluoride during the first eight years of life. This is the time when most permanent teeth are being formed. After the teeth come in, the teeth of those affected by fluorosis may appear mildly discolored.
CAUSES:
Dental fluorosis is caused by taking in too much fluoride over a long period when the teeth are forming under the gums.
Low haemoglobin levels: Fluoride accumulates on the erythrocyte (red blood cells) membrane, which in turn looses calcium content. The membrane which is deficient in calcium content is pliable and is thrown into folds
PREVENTION:
- Do not brush your child’s teeth more than 2 times a day with a fluoride toothpaste,
- Apply no more than a pea-sized amount of toothpaste to the toothbrush, and
- Supervise your child’s tooth brushing, encouraging the child to spit out toothpaste rather than swallow it.
- If your child’s pediatrician or dentist prescribes a fluoride supplement (or vitamin supplement that contains fluoride), ask him or her about any risk factors your child has for decay and the potential for dental fluorosis. If you live in an area with fluoridated water, fluoride supplements are not recommended.
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Explanation:
Low haemoglobin levels: Fluoride accumulates on the erythrocyte (red blood cells) membrane, which in turn looses calcium content. The membrane which is deficient in calcium content is pliable and is thrown into folds.