Evidence Gaps

Fluoride supplementation (tablets, drops, lozenges or chewing gum) vs Topical fluoride (fluoride rinse, varnish or toothpaste)

Fluoride supplements (tablets, drops, lozenges or chewing gums) for preventing dental caries in children 2011 · Cochrane All outcomes
96 months
PF 0.21 [0.04, 0.38]
1 study
GRADE not reported

Fluoride supplementation (tablets, drops, lozenges or chewing gum) vs No fluoride supplement (placebo or no treatment)

Fluoride supplements (tablets, drops, lozenges or chewing gums) for preventing dental caries in children 2011 · Cochrane All outcomes
55 months
PF 0.25 [0.12, 0.38]
1 study
GRADE not reported

Fluoride supplements (tablets, drops, lozenges or chewing gums) for preventing dental caries in children 2011 · Cochrane All outcomes
72 months
PF 0.28 [0.16, 0.41]
1 study
GRADE not reported

Fluoride supplementation (tablets, drops, lozenges or chewing gum) vs Other preventive measures (xylitol lozenges)

Fluoride supplements (tablets, drops, lozenges or chewing gums) for preventing dental caries in children 2011 · Cochrane All outcomes
24-36 months
PF 0.00 [-0.59, 0.59]
1 study · 115 participants
Low