fluorosis

fluorosis definition - medical

fluo·ro·sis (flo͝o-rōˈsĭs, flô-)

noun
An abnormal condition caused by excessive intake of fluorine, as from fluoridated drinking water, characterized chiefly by mottling of the teeth.

Related Forms:

  • fluo·rotˈic (-rŏtˈĭk) adjective

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