NCIt related terms : Fluoride, sodium; Sodium Fluoride (NaF);
NCIt definition : An inorganic salt of fluoride used topically or in municipal water fluoridation systems
to prevent dental caries. Fluoride appears to bind to calcium ions in the hydroxyapatite
of surface tooth enamel, preventing corrosion of tooth enamel by acids. This agent
may also inhibit acid production by commensal oral bacteria. (NCI04);