Question

Read the following statements and write your answer as true or false.

Deficiency of fluorine cause cheilosis disease.

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is B False

1. Deficiency of fluorine: Dental caries and osteoporosis can both be caused by a lack of fluorine. Fluoridation of water with a fluoride concentration of less than one part per million (the ideal) lowers the risk of dental cavities. Fluoride is required for bone and tooth formation and health.
2. Cheilosis: Stomatitis of the mouth and tongue, cheilosis (chapped and fissured lips), and a scaly rash on the genitalia are symptoms of riboflavin insufficiency (also known as ariboflavinosis).

Final answer: The given statement is False.