Applications of APF and NaF solutions to extracted human teeth reduced the
extent of enamel subsurface demineralization induced by colonization of S. mutans
but were ineffective against demineralization by acid lactate buffers. It is
concluded that the CaF2formed on the tooth surface during the treatment is responsible for the
protection observed.
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