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How to tell the difference between fluorosis and demineralization?
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Difference in hardne: In fluorosis the tooth is actually harder; the enamel is stronger. In demineralization the enamel has 'soft' spots that appear as pre-cavities with an explorer.
Answered 12/24/2013
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