How can enamel fluorosis be prevented?
• Ask your dentist about fluoridated drinking water in your area. • Ask your dentist about fluoride supplement. • Watch your child’s use of fluoridated toothpaste. • Teach your child to spit out the toothpaste, not swallow it after brushing teeth. Can enamel fluorosis be treated? Enamel fluorosis is not reversible; the appearance of teeth affected by fluorosis can be improved by a variety of treatments in esthetic dentistry, such as bonding composite and veneers.
