Adequate fluoride intake during infancy and childhood cuts the incidence of tooth decay by up to _______ percent. A. 5 to 10 B.

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Nesterboy [21]

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Adequate fluoride intake during infancy and childhood cuts the incidence of tooth decay by up to _______ percent. A. 5 to 10 B.

10 to 20 C. 20 to 30 D. 30 to 60

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2 answers:

bixtya [17] · Answer 1 · 2022-07-18T00:59:19+03:00

bixtya [17]3 years ago

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D. 30 to 60 is the answer i think... I read about it on a dental health website.

vichka [17] · Answer 2 · 2022-07-18T02:29:16+03:00

Answer: Option D

Explanation:

Fluorine is a natural mineral that is found in the many foods and drinking water. Though the amount of fluoride varies from area to area.

This mineral helps in strengthening and improving the overall quality of the tooth enamel which makes it resistant to tooth decay.

It also lowers down the amount of acid that reduces the growth of bacteria. The research shows that the it reduces the tooth decay by 40 to 60 per cent.

Hence, the correct answer is option D.