Fluoride is a natural substance that makes the teeth less vulnerable to acid attacks by bacteria. Using the right amounts of fluoride helps prevent cavities in teeth. That is why fluoride is important in the daily care of the teeth.

Brushing your teeth is the best way to use fluoride. Fluoride is in most toothpastes.

Brush the teeth once a day with fluoride toddler toothpaste as soon as the first teeth have erupted. Brush the teeth of children aged two to four years twice a day with this toothpaste. From the age of five, start using regular adult fluoride toothpaste.

Tip: For children up to the age of ten, brush at least once a day. Older children can usually brush independently.

Apply fluoride toothpaste to a dry brush. This creates less foam and gives you more insight into brushing.

There is no harm in children swallowing toothpaste while brushing.

Internationally, fluoride is highly recommended to prevent dental caries. In the recommended dosage, no side effects occur.

0 and 1 year
From breaking through the first tooth: brush once a day with fluoride toddler toothpaste.

2, 3 and 4 years 
Brush twice a day with fluoride toothpaste for toddlers.

5 years and older
Brush twice a day with fluoride toothpaste for adults. You can also use toothpaste marked "child" or "junior." Always look at the age indicated here (for example 5-12 years). If in doubt, consult your dentist or dental hygienist.

For all ages
For all other forms of fluoride use, consult your dentist or dental hygienist.

Toothbrushing
An extra brushing is the easiest way to use extra fluoride.

Fluoride rinse
The dentist can advise the use of fluoride fluid when someone is at extra risk of getting cavities. This is the case with bracket carriers. Sometimes children in schools flush with fluoride. This is not necessary for all students, but it can't hurt either. Ask your dentist or dental hygienist for advice.

Fluoride treatment
If cavities do form, a dentist or dental hygienist can give fluoride treatment to slow down this process.

Note: only use extra fluoride in consultation with the dentist or dental hygienist.