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Exam questionKROK 1Dentistry ยท 2021

During examination of the patients, a dentist noted that many of them have dull, non-glossy enamel with porcelain- like and pigmented spots. Some patients have single or multiple enamel defects that manifest as colorless or pigmented erosions. These changes in the teeth result from the excessive intake of a certain substance by the organism. Name this substance:

Answer options

  1. Magnesium
  2. Sodium
  3. Fluorine
  4. Calcium
  5. Potassium
Correct answer

Fluorine

Explanation

Good Status;In moderate amounts: Flurine forms fluorapatite which prevent tooth decay and cavitation of the tooth.Bad Status;In excess amount: Cause tooth defects. Normal ranges: Maximum of 1.5 mg per liter of water

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