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Who needs it?

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Our teeth need the protection of fluoride throughout life to avoid the pain and costs of tooth decay.

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Did You Know?

To enjoy the benefits of fluoride, it needs to be consumed in very small amounts several times a day throughout life. This is why water fluoridation is more effective than any other form of fluoride.

Germ Fact

Dentists recommend toothbrushes be kept at least 1.5 metres away from a toilet to avoid airborne particles resulting from the flush. Closing the lid before flushing also helps to reduce particle spray.

Fun Facts

If you're right handed, you will tend to chew your food on your right side. If you're left handed, you will tend to chew your food on the left side.
If you're right handed, you will tend to miss cleaning the teeth positioned just under the right hand corner of your nose.
George Washington's dentures were made from walrus, hippopotamus, and cows' teeth, as well as elephant tusks.

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Last Updated: 17 October 2007
Last Reviewed: 17 October 2007