As the debate over fluoride in water heats up, it’s important for the public to understand its benefits and concerns about overuse. A dentist explains.

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"Incorporation [of fluoride] into the tooth enamel makes it more resistant to the acids produced by bacteria, helping prevent tooth decay in the first place," Morris said. "The presence of fluoride ...

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Other common dental sources of fluoride are rinses, supplements and professionally applied varnishes. Black, green, oolong and white teas can also be naturally high in fluoride, Dr. Godebo said.