福利姬视频

Professionally-Applied and Prescription-Strength, Home-Use Topical Fluoride Agents for Caries Prevention Clinical Practice Guideline (2013)

A panel of experts convened by the 福利姬视频Council on Scientific Affairs presents an evidence-based clinical practice guideline and systematic review on professionally-applied and prescription-strength, home-use topical fluoride agents for caries prevention including mouthrinses, varnishes, gels, foams, and pastes.

Key Points

  • The panel recommends the following for people at risk of developing dental caries: 2.26% fluoride varnish or 1.23% fluoride (acidulated phosphate fluoride) gel, or a prescription-strength, home-use 0.5% fluoride gel or paste or 0.09% fluoride mouthrinse for 6 years or older.
  • Only 2.26% fluoride varnish is recommended for children younger than 6 years.
  • As part of the evidence-based approach to care, these clinical recommendations should be integrated with the practitioner’s professional judgment and the patient’s needs and preferences. 
Clinician resources
Patient resources
  • Fluoride
  • For the Patient (2009): "Fluoride: Nature's Tooth Decay Fighter"
  • For the Patient (2007): "Fluoride Treatments in the Dental Office: Extra Protection for Your Teeth"
  • Search the for products related to topical fluoride, including the brochure