Since the early 1940s, the fluoride intake has been heavily debated. During dental visits, patients are told that fluoridation, whether by water or topically, is necessary to get a healthy tooth enamel. However, some argue that exposure to fluoride at an early age could have the opposite effect in children. They argue that early exposure causes dental fluorosis, bone fractures later in life, and even dental caries. The demographic of the children being researched ranges from 1-5 years old. They all come from similar social-economic backgrounds and have the same access to dental care. Clinical trial data supports the effectiveness of fluoride exposure in children ages 1-5 years old.
The researcher in the field of dental public health research
The researcher in the field of dental public health research