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Which of the following is the most important function of fluoride in caries prevention? A. Fluoride enhances remineralization of tooth enamel B. Fluoride inhibits demineralization of tooth enamel C. Fluoride negatively affects the acid producing capabilities of cariogenic bacteria D. Fluoride displaces sugars from the surface of the teeth E. All of the above are equally important

          Which of the following is the most important function of
fluoride in caries prevention?
A. Fluoride enhances remineralization of tooth enamel
B. Fluoride inhibits demineralization of tooth enamel
C. Fluoride negatively affects the acid producing capabilities of
cariogenic bacteria
D. Fluoride displaces sugars from the surface of the teeth
E. All of the above are equally important

Which of the following is the most important function of
fluoride in caries prevention?
A. Fluoride enhances remineralization of tooth enamel
B. Fluoride inhibits demineralization of tooth enamel
C. Fluoride negatively affects the acid producing capabilities of
cariogenic bacteria
D. Fluoride displaces sugars from the surface of the teeth
E. All of the above are equally important

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Which of the following is the most important function of fluoride in caries prevention? A. Fluoride enhances remineralization of tooth enamel B. Fluoride inhibits demineralization of tooth enamel C. Fluoride negatively affects the acid producing capabilities of cariogenic bacteria D. Fluoride displaces sugars from the surface of the teeth E. All of the above are equally important