What is enamel fluorosis?
A child may face the condition called enamel fluorosis if he or she gets too much fluoride during the years of tooth development (while they are growing in the jawbones). Too much fluoride can result in defects in tooth enamel. It shows up as white, yellow or brown splotches, streaks or lines, usually on the front teeth.
A child may face the condition called enamel fluorosis if he or she gets too much fluoride during the years of tooth development (while they are growing in the jawbones). Too much fluoride can result in defects in the tooth enamel. It is shown as white, yellow or brown splotches, streaks or lines, usually on the front teeth.
Enamel fluorosis is a condition that occurs when a child is exposed to excessive amounts of fluoride during the years of tooth development. Too much fluoride can result in defects within the enamel which may present as white, yellow, or brown spots, streaks or lines. In severe cases, the surface of the enamel may be pitted.
