Water fluoridation

providence and love, to build and strengthen our bones and our teeth. This organic calcium-fluoro-phosphate, derived from proper foods, is an edible organic salt, insoluble in water and assimilable by the human body, whereas the non-organic sodium fluoride used in fluoridating water is instant poison to the body and fully water soluble. The body refuses to assimilate…

To prevent tooth decay, many people put their trust in fluoride, which is a very common chemical in toothpaste, mouthwashes and is even added to our water supplies. This practise adjusts the natural fluoride concentration of water to that recommended for improving health. For years, people have believed that fluoride in small doses presents no effects on health and has even proven benefits to strengthening the enamel of teeth, preventing decay and tooth loss. But with the increase in research,…

why the addition of fluoride to drinking water is necessary in today’s society (Janus, 2014, para. 7). Fluoride is a mineral which occurs naturally in a community water system from sources such as rocks, soil, fresh and ocean water. Research has proven that there are lower rate of cavities seen in areas with a moderate rate of water fluoridation (“Fluoridation of Water,” 2009, para. 1). Although, some critics have claimed that the addition of fluoride to water is able to cause certain diseases,…

For the water quality characteristic I have chosen fluoride. Here in Vancouver, WA the water is fluoridated using sodium fluoride of about 0.6-0.8 milligrams per liter. Most water supplies contain naturally occurring fluoride and many communities add fluoride to water. The decision for fluoride to be added to Vancouver's drinking water occurred in 1962 and ever since then has been fluoridated in compliance with Vancouver Municipal Code and EPA standards. Fluoride is an important characteristic…

our oral health, but the specific type we will be discussing is water fluoridation. Before we get into the pros and cons, what do we know about fluoride? Where does it come from, are we sure fluoride in our water systems is safe, and do the benefits truly outweigh the risks? Fluoride is a mineral found in nature (specifically air, rock, and water derived) from the mineral fluorine. In the early 30’s, studies…

within a public water system. These articles, however, are quite similar in their findings, yet differ in the location the study was conducted in and age groups that were focused on. This paper examines Banóczy (2013), Peterson (2015), as well as O’Sullivan & O’Connell’s (2015) research to fully understand the relationship of fluoridation within public water systems in a discussion of the effects on oral health of their case study subjects. Keywords: fluoride, oral health, public water system…

Since its introduction in the 1940’s, the practice of fluoridating water supplies has been a hotly debated topic. Although being hailed by the CDC as one of the top 10 public health achievements of the 20th century, water fluoridation has been heavily criticized by governments, scientists and even dentists from its inception. With fluoride’s recent classification as hazardous waste, fluoridation policies have come under renewed scrutiny. While there is no question that excessive amounts of…

(decay), reversing early signs of decay seen as demineralization/erosion, and in the long run, saving a person’s money spent at the dentist. Fluoride is administered in many ways such as toothpastes, oral rinses, topical applications, and drinking water. Despite opposing arguments that fluoride is not a necessary element for dental health, it seems there are still many professionals as well as dental and health organizations that disagree with opposing views and continue to recommend and…

vegetables. Foods cooked with fluoridated water, such as rice, pasta, steamed vegetables, etc. Non organic poultry like chicken nuggets, chicken soup, ground chicken etc. Beverages with Fluoride Fluoride has been known to be associated with have radiation development in the water supply. (Bukro, C., 1975).Fluoridated water is a known beverage to contain fluoride, but there are other drinks that contain just as must fluoride. Most beverages are also made of water which would make sense to why it…

fluoride into their water. Supposedly this action would reduce tooth decay and dental cost. Fluoridated water has been consumed throughout the years, however, it has recently been viewed as an outdated method. Portland, along with other Oregon communities, have also begun to discuss the idea of fluoridating their tap water. While people may support this concept, others believe it is ineffective and dangerous. It has been the practice in the United States to fluoridated the water since it is…