Metabolism & Toxicity of Fluoride
Since the first edition of this highly-acclaimed book appeared in 1989, a considerable amount of new information has been published on the diverse effects that fluoride can produce in biological systems. The remarkable decline in dental caries that is now occurring throughout the world can be largely attributed to the use of ingested and topical forms of fluoride. Indeed, fluoride is now widely regarded as the cornerstone of modern preventive dentistry. In addition to its prophylactic qualities, fluoride is currently being investigated for its benefits in the treatment of osteoporosis, ischemia, and other major diseases; in larger doses, however, fluoride is known to cause fluorosis, and in excessive amounts can even lead to death. This newly revised edition includes data from the most recent studies in these areas and provides an up-to-date, critical discussion of fluoride metabolism and toxicity as well as environmental and physiological variables that can affect these processes. It will be of particular interest to dental students and residents, dental educators and researchers, toxicologists, pharmacologists and physiologists.
| Author: |
Garry M. Whitford |
| Edition: |
2 |
| ISBN: |
3805552470 |
| Publisher: |
Karger |
| Binding: |
Hardcover |
| Year Published: |
1996 |
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| Review: |
| 'Fluoride toxicity continues to stir controversy and interest, with new information and research continually being developed. This updated new edition ... contains much new data in a thoroughly and well-organized fashion. This concise overview will be of particular interest to dental practicioners and researchers, toxicologists, pharmacologists and physiologists, as well as to general citizens concerned about the controversial fluorination of our public waters.'Veterinary and Human Toxicology'There are eight chapters in this excellent and easy to read book. The purposes of the review ... were to provide a critical review of the literature on fluoride metabolism and to identify important areas for future research. Clearly the author is the man for the job since he has been a most industrious experimenter and distinguished publisher in nearly every aspect of fluoride metabolism. While the middle chapters comprise an important reference for researchers, the remainder may be regarded as a basic text for dental students. It is, therefore, highly recommended to any reader who has a special interest in fluoride ...'Australian Dental Journal |
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