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What is Fluoride?

Fluoride is considered a reduced form of fluorine. It occurs naturally in many waters to the extent of 0.1 to 0.2 parts per million (ppm) but sometimes more, Fluoride is said to fight or reduce the rate of tooth decay of the user. This claim is not absolute though for there are various tests that were conducted and being conducted to determine the benefit and harm behind fluoridation of water.

 What is fluoridation?

Fluoridation is the process of adding fluoride to water supplies. It is said to be officially endorsed in 1950 by the Public Health Service (PHS). Fluoridation though is becoming an issue. Various researches have been conducted by different agencies of different countries so as to prove its benefits and the harm it could give to its consumers.

Fluoride could put babies’ teeth at risk…

The American Dental Association has advised parents that they should avoid giving their babies with fluoridated water. This is to avoid being exposed to the substance since babies being exposed to such have higher risks of dental fluorosis. Dental Fluorosis is a permanent tooth defect which fluoride can cause since it damages the cell which should form the teeth.

Other sources of fluoride…

For people who really want fluoride, there are other ways of acquiring it. One of these is thru topical fluoride products such as mouthwash and toothpaste with fluoride. These are available at pharmacies and grocery stores.

 Fluoridation of water benefits teeth???

They say that fluoridation of water will reduce tooth decay but its effectiveness is doubted. Studies that were conducted showed that there were no differences of the tooth decay rates in places where the water is fluoridated versus places which do not practice water fluoridation.

 Other Health risks cause by being exposed to fluoridated water…

It is also said that there is a correlation between fluoride exposure and chromosome damage in humans. Accumulating fluoride has also been associated to harm the bones of both animals and humans particularly to people with kidney failures. It also has effects on the IQ Level, endocrine performance and bones of individuals severely exposed to the said compound.

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