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What is the primary mechanism associated with the role of fluoride in prevention of dental caries?

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What is the primary mechanism associated with the role of fluoride in prevention of dental caries?

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a. Fluoride increases calcium absorption which increases crystal formation of teeth b. Decay is inhibited due to neutralization of organic acids produced by bacteria on the teeth c. Decay is reduced due to the inhibitory effects of fluoride on growth of bacteria on the teeth d.