Know the Tooth

Fluoride Explained: Benefits and Concerns

Know the Tooth

Fluoride Explained: Benefits and Concerns

by Eunice Adegbaju on Aug 11 2026
Every day, your teeth lose and regain minerals through a natural process called demineralization and remineralization. Acids produced by certain bacteria and from acidic foods and drinks, can remove minerals from enamel. Fluoride helps support remineralization, making enamel more resistant to future acid attacks.