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What is Stannous Fluoride
Stannous fluoride is a topically administered fluoride preparation. Although water contains fluoride ions, natural water in some areas has a very low fluoride concentration.
Topical fluorides, such as toothpastes, mouth rinses, gels, and foams, strengthen teeth already present in the mouth by making them more decay-resistant.
In contrast, systemic fluorides, such as tablets, fluoridated water, lozenges, and drops, are ingested, incorporated into forming teeth, and distributed into saliva, which continually bathes the teeth.
Indications & Dosage
- dental caries prophylaxis
- dentin desensitization
Side Effects
- abdominal pain
- anemia
- asthenia
- dental fluorosis
- dyspepsia
- fluorosis
- headache
- tooth discoloration
- weakness
- weight loss
Monitoring Parameters
- laboratory monitoring not necessary
Contraindications
- breast-feeding
- children
- dental fluorosis
- dental work
- GI disease
- infants
- neonates
- pregnancy
Interactions
There are no drug interactions associated with Stannous Fluoride products.
