Fluoride mouthrinse solutions

Moreover, because these products, when brought into the home, present a potential danger, the ADA Council on Scientific Affairs has recommended that these rinses should not exceed 300 mg of sodium fluoride. Fluoride mouthrinse solutions for use in school or community programs, however, are available in larger volumes, based on the assumption that storing and... 

Mouthrinses containing fluoride consist of a concentrated solution that is prepared for use at daily or weekly intervals. As is the case for toothpastes, fluoride from mouthrinses is retained by the dental plaque and increases the concentration in saliva [172]. Mouthrinses have the advantage that their viscosity is low [173], which is aided by the use of ethanol as at least part of the carrier liquid. This enables mouthrinses to penetrate into interproximal regions, and hence carry the fluoride to parts of the tooth that are difficult to access by other means, for example, with toothpastes. 

Sodium fluoride is the most commonly used active compound in mouthrinses, and typically proprietary brands of mouthrinses sold over the counter contain 0.05% NaF, equivalent to 230 ppm fluoride. These preparations are not suitable for children below 6 years of age, because of the high levels of fluoride. In addition, more concentrated solutions are available and used under the supervision of dental professionals [174]. 

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