Topical Fluoride in Orthodontic Bonding
Abstract
Neutral and acidified sodium fluoride solutions were topically applied to enamel etched in a manner typical for orthodontic bonding procedures. Enamel fluoride levels were greater with the acidified solutions.
Contributor Notes
Dr. Kajander is a Post Doctoral Fellow in the Cariology research training Program. He holds a D.D.S. degree from the University of Minnesota at Minneapolis
Mr. Uhland was a summer clerk in the Department of Dentistry, Section of Orthodontics, Mayo Clinic and Mayo Foundation, Rochester, Minnesota
Dr. Ophaug is an Assistant Professor in the Biochemistry program at the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry in Minneapolis. He holds a Ph.D. degree in Biochemistry from the University of Minnesota
Dr. Sather is an Associate Professor of Dentistry in the Mayo Medical School and a Consultant in the Department of Dentistry, Mayo Clinic and Mayo Foundation, Rochester, Minnesota