adjective
- relating to or affected by fluorosis, a condition caused by excessive fluorine or fluoride exposure, especially during tooth development
Usage: medical/dental term; commonly used in dentistry and public health contexts
Examples
- The dentist identified fluorotic spots on the patient's teeth.
- Children exposed to high levels of fluoride may develop fluorotic enamel.
- Fluorotic discoloration typically appears as white streaks or brown stains on the tooth surface.
- The public health study examined the prevalence of fluorotic dental changes in the region.
- Mild fluorotic effects are often considered cosmetic rather than harmful to tooth function.