Effect of waterborne fluoride on fluoride concentration and solubility of dental enamel

Aust Dent J. 1977 Dec;22(6):428-31. doi: 10.1111/j.1834-7819.1977.tb05145.x.

Abstract

Enamel F level and depth of acid etch were measured in 166 teeth from 8 communities with water F ranging from .07-5.0 ppm. Enamel F decreased progressively from the surface inward and was positively correlated with water F. Depth of acid etch was inversely related to enamel F and water F. Relationships between water F, enamel F and enamel solubility were most consistent at water F levels up to 1.0-2.0 ppm.

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Dental Enamel / analysis*
  • Dental Enamel / drug effects
  • Dental Enamel Solubility*
  • Fluorides / analysis*
  • Humans
  • In Vitro Techniques
  • Middle Aged
  • Perchlorates / pharmacology
  • Water Supply / analysis*

Substances

  • Perchlorates
  • Fluorides