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  1. Fluoride in diet 
    Fluoride occurs naturally in the body as calcium fluoride. Calcium fluoride is mostly found in the bones and teeth. ... Small amounts of fluoride help reduce tooth decay . Adding fluoride to ... fluoridation) helps reduce cavities in children by more than ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/002420.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  2. Fluoride overdose 
    Fluoride is a chemical commonly used to prevent tooth decay. Fluoride overdose occurs when someone takes more than the ... Fluoride can be harmful in large amounts. Acute exposure to dangerous amounts of fluoride is rare, and ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/002650.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  3. CREST syndrome (image) 
    The symptoms involved in CREST syndrome are associated with the generalized form of the disease Systemic sclerosis (scleroderma). CREST is an acronym for the clinical ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/imagepages/19507.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  4. Scleroderma 
    ... kidneys. There are two main types, limited disease (CREST syndrome) and diffuse disease. Skin signs of scleroderma ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000429.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  5. Bone marrow aspiration 
    Bone marrow is the soft tissue inside bones that helps form blood cells. It is found in the hollow part of most bones. Bone marrow ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/003658.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  6. Dental cavities 
    ... Older people may also benefit from tooth sealants. Fluoride is often recommended to protect against tooth decay. People who get fluoride in their drinking water or by taking fluoride ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001055.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  7. Toothpaste overdose 
    Poisonous ingredients include: Sodium fluoride Triclosan ... when swallowing a large amount of toothpaste containing fluoride: Convulsions Diarrhea Difficulty breathing Drooling Heart attack Salty ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/002745.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  8. Tooth - abnormal colors 
    ... in the body) Severe neonatal jaundice Too much fluoride from environmental sources (naturally high water fluoride levels) or ingestion of fluoride rinses, toothpaste, and ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/003065.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  9. Tooth decay - early childhood 
    ... baby is 6 months or older, they need fluoride to keep their teeth healthy. Use fluoridated water from the tap. Give your baby a fluoride supplement if you drink well water or water ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/patientinstructions/000721.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  10. Dental care - adult 
    ... for at least 2 minutes each time. Use fluoride toothpaste. The fluoride helps strengthen tooth enamel and helps prevent tooth ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001957.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
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