Effects of fluoride and epigallocatechin gallate on soft-drink-induced dental erosion of enamel and root dentin

Background/Purpose: Fluoride and epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) have been proven to prevent dental caries. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effects of fluoride and EGCG on soft-drink-induced dental erosion in vitro. Methods: Forty enamel and dentin specimens were prepared from extracte...

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Main Authors: Yin-Lin Wang, Hao-Hueng Chang, Yu-Chih Chiang, Yu-Chen Lu, Chun-Pin Lin
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2018-04-01
Series:Journal of the Formosan Medical Association
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0929664617309166