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  • Title: [Dental fluorosis: etiological diagnosis].
    Author: Arbab Chirani R, Foray H.
    Journal: Arch Pediatr; 2005 Mar; 12(3):284-7. PubMed ID: 15734125.
    Abstract:
    UNLABELLED: Dental fluorosis is defined by an alteration of dental hard tissues and occurs when fluoride intakes are excessive. Medical authorities recommend a total daily consumption of 0.05 mg/kg of fluoride, without exceeding 1 mg. OBSERVATIONS: The two reported clinical observations confirm that fluorosis is a consequence of excessive fluoride intakes. Etiological diagnosis allows a better understanding of this pathology. In the majority of the cases, dental fluorosis can be avoided. CONCLUSION: Dental fluorosis is the sole risk of fluoride use, but it is not a fate. It does not constitute a problem of public health in France and the benefits/risks ratio is widely in favour of the use of fluoride.
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