Kinetics of fluoride after brushing with the no-rinse method
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2024-12-01
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14726831
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2-s2.0-85203399368
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BMC Oral Health
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24
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1
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BMC Oral Health Vol.24 No.1 (2024)
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Parakaw T., Srihirun S., Dararat P., Ruangsawasdi N. Kinetics of fluoride after brushing with the no-rinse method. BMC Oral Health Vol.24 No.1 (2024). doi:10.1186/s12903-024-04807-4 Retrieved from: https://repository.li.mahidol.ac.th/handle/20.500.14594/101198
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Kinetics of fluoride after brushing with the no-rinse method
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Abstract
Background: Fluoride plays a vital role in preventing dental caries, with its addition to oral care products significantly promoting oral hygiene. A no-rinse brushing method aims to increase fluoride retention in the oral cavity, as rinsing with water decreases fluoride levels in saliva, which could affect remineralization. While the no-rinse brushing method holds promise for improving fluoride retention in the oral cavity, critical inquiries persist regarding its safety. This study investigated the kinetics of oral fluoride and potential risks to fully assess its effectiveness and implications for oral health. Methods: Ten healthy adults participated in a crossover study comparing the no-rinse with the rinse method. All subjects followed American Dental Association (ADA) brushing guidelines. Levels of fluoride in saliva (supernatant and sediment) and urine were measured over time, and plasma fluoride was measured one hour after brushing. Pharmacokinetic parameters were also calculated from the data. Results: Participants using the no-rinse method had higher fluoride levels in supernatant immediately and up to 30 min post-brushing compared to the rinse method. Fluoride levels in sediment were higher only immediately after brushing. The total fluoride concentration in saliva remained elevated for up to 5 min with the no-rinse method. Systemic fluoride absorption showed no significant difference between the two methods based on blood and urine analysis. Conclusion: This research indicates that the no-rinse method can enhance fluoride retention in the oral cavity for up to 30 min after a single brushing. In addition, our findings suggest that this method does not significantly influence systemic fluoride levels or toxicity. Registry: Thai Clinical Trials Registry, TCTR (http://thaiclinicaltrials.org). Clinical trial registration number: TCTR20231104001 (4/11/2023).