Dental caries

Fluoride confers significant resistance to dental caries and can be prescribed for patients who are at increased risk of caries or who are medically compromised.

The topical action of fluoride is considered more important than its systemic effect.

Additional protection can also be provided to patients by the use of fluoride varnish.

Before prescribing, take into account whether the patient lives in an area where water is fluoridated, whether fluoride varnish has been applied and whether the patient uses fluoride rinses.