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How does fluoride protect teeth against tooth decay?

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How does fluoride protect teeth against tooth decay?

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Tooth decay occurs when acids produced by bacteria in the mouth dissolve or demineralize the teeth. Fluoride protects against tooth decay by slowing down or stopping demineralization, promoting remineralization, and keeping the bacteria from producing too much acid. Technically fluoride reduces the solubility of teeth by changing out a hydroxyl group for a Fluoride ion.