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ML Rein coined the term "oral hygiene" in 1884 in his book "Oral Hygiene."
Fluoride is absorbed primarily in the gastrointestinal tract, with the stomach and small intestine being the main sites of absorption. The acidic environment of the stomach facilitates the dissolution of fluoride, allowing it to be absorbed effectively. While some absorption occurs in the large intestine, the majority takes place in the stomach and small intestine
The CPITN probe is 11.5 mm long, with markings at 3.5 mm, 5.5 mm, 8.5 mm, and 11.5 mm.