[Effect of preventive fluoride treatment in childhood on dental conditions in adults].

The purpose of the study was to compare the dental health status of three groups of adults aged 18-47. In the first group belonged the population, that consumed in their childhood salt containing 250-350 mg fluoride per kg. The second group consisted of those who drank water with an optimal fluoride concentration (1 mg/kg). The individuals without fluoride prevention formed the third group. The results showed, that the consumption of fluoridated drinking water or salt in childhood has a life-long beneficial effect on the dental health of the adult population.