Why Is Fluoride Good for Teeth?

The video explains how elements behave differently in compounds, focusing on fluoride's role in dental health. It recounts the accidental discovery of fluoride's benefits in preventing tooth decay, leading to the fluoridation of water in Grand Rapids, Michigan, in 1945. The video also details how fluoride chemically strengthens tooth enamel by forming fluorapatite, making it more resistant to decay.

What was the outcome of fluoridating the water in Grand Rapids, Michigan?

Explain why fluoride is considered beneficial for dental health despite the dangers of fluorine.