Enamel lesionRemineralizationXylitolThe purpose of the study was to determine whether adding calcium lactate to chewing gum containing xylitol enhances remineralization of enamel surfaces using an early caries lesion model. Enamel slabs were cut from human extracted sound teeth and artificial subsurface ...
Colgate Luminous Launch Adds Luster To Toothpaste Lineup according to the company.Shipping to mass retailers Aug.29,the product "safely lifts off yellowing stains and reinforces enamel layers by rebuilding the weak spots on teeth," Colgate claims,adding "It restores [teeth's] natural shine... ...
If remineralisation can effectively compete the enamel is repaired. If demineralisation exceeds remineralisation a carious cavity finally forms. Fluoride prevents caries by enhancing remineralisation. # How common is caries? The figure shows the average numbers of decayed, missing, and filled teeth in...
Glass ionomer cements (GICs) are one of the best choices for the cementation of orthodontic bands due to its biocompatibility, chemical adhesion to teeth, and fluoride ion release and uptake by enamel and dentin. Since the introduction of GICs to the markets, glass-ionomer cements (GICs) have...