Deficiency of fluoride leads to which one of the following health problems?
Tooth caries
Mottling of tooth
Bending of bones
Stiffening of joints
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UPSC CDS-2 – 2016
A deficiency of fluoride weakens tooth enamel, making teeth more susceptible to demineralization by acids produced by bacteria in the mouth. This process leads to the formation of cavities, known as tooth caries or tooth decay.