Fluoride guards kids’ teeth from decay, reveals expert
Dr Saumya Saluja, a periodontal surgeon, explained that fluoride toothpaste strengthens enamel in children by aiding remineralisation and reducing decay risk, while fluoride-free formulas clean but lack the same level of cavity protection. Their use should be tailored to a child's age, risk profile and ability to spit out toothpaste, she added.