Assertion: fluoride | /r/CapableOf | protect against tooth decay
Facets:
value: by slowing down or stopping demineralization
type: MANNER
Source sentences:
text: In the second half they speculated that fluoride would protect against tooth decay, proposed supplementing the diet with fluoride, and observed mottled enamel (now called severe dental fluorosis) without knowing the cause.
text: Fluoride, however, is expressly added to prevent or treat tooth decay of those who drink the water.
text: Fluoride protects against tooth decay by slowing down or stopping demineralization, promoting "remineralization" and keeping the bacteria from producing too much acid.
text: Fluoride is a naturally occurring mineral that protects against tooth decay.