fluorosis

/ˌflʊərɒˈsɪs/ or /ˌfluːəˈroʊsɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

a condition caused by the ingestion of excessive amounts of fluoride, characterized by mottling of the teeth and bone abnormalities

“The villagers suffered from fluorosis due to the contaminated water supply.”

2. noun

a condition characterized by abnormal growth or staining of teeth due to excessive intake of fluoride

Synonyms

  • dental fluorosis
  • fluoride toxicity

Antonyms

  • fluoride deficiency
  • healthy teeth