What causes the mottling of the dental enamel? A)High levels of chlorine in water B)High levels of nitrate in the water C)High levels of fluorides in the water D)High levels of calcium in the water
Option C) The mottling of dental enamel is an extremely common disorder, characterized by hypomineralization of tooth enamel caused by ingestion of excessive fluoride during enamel formation. It is also known as dental fluorosis. Common causes of fluorosis include: fluoridated drinking water (particularly during infancy), ingestion of fluoride toothpaste, use of fluoride tablets, and consumption of processed foods made with fluoridated water.
