Fluoride therapy

Health at the Center for Dieses Control and Prevention (Molony). Water fluoridation is defined as; “to add fluoride to drinking water to reduce tooth decay” (Fallon). Most communities have fluoridated drinking water. Almost all water contains some naturally occurring fluoride, but at levels that are too low to prevent tooth decay (Center for Disease Control). Many communities adjust the fluoride concentration in their water supply to a safe recommended level to reduce tooth decay and promote…

practices (although not limited to) are, regular dental examinations by a dentist or dental therapist, the use of fluoridated products (such as mouth rinse, toothpaste or fluoride tablets), and consumption of CWF (Cheng, Chalmers, & Sheldon, 2007; RSNZ & PMCSA, 2014). As a preventative measure…

Fluoride, a natural mineral, has long been an aid to dental hygiene and has many proven benefits in oral health. The use of fluoride is a staple in oral hygiene and when used properly, is very effective at preventing dental caries (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…

study has shown that fluoride increases cancer rates, increases bone disorders, which as Blaylock points out is a good way of increasing mortality rates amongst the elderly, and also leads to profound neurological disorders. Blaylock highlights the research of Phyllis Mullenix, Ph.D, who during her tenure at Harvard University conducted one of the largest studies into fluoride’s effects on the brain in animals. Mullenix found that offspring of animals who had been fed fluoride became hyperactive…

Some cities in the United States have begun to consider adding the chemical 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 Fluoridated water has been consumed throughout the years, however, it has recently been viewed as an outdated method.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…

Fluoride In today’s world Oral health tends to be a very touchy subject. I say this because just think about the multitude of ads that come on TV every day pushing you to buy a new tooth whitening solution, a new toothpaste or maybe a new mouth wash for children. Also think about how many bottles of tooth paste you’ve bought over the years? If you really sit and think about it you would be amazed . When one thinks about oral health the first thing that tends to come to mind usually is tooth…

Based on their study they recommended that called for increased communication between researchers and the media but also that “public health must employ social strategies for improved communication management” (Seymour et al., 2015, p. 517). Furthermore, the literature suggested that “public health officials should take into account cultural norms and perceptions when individuals in a community appear to rise up against water fluoridation” (Perrella & Kiss, 2015, p. 197). Continued…

Fluoride is an ionic compound derived from fluorine, the most reactive of all elements. Water fluoridation is the addition of chemical fluoride to public water supplies, for the purpose of reducing cavities. Fluoride was first added to public water supplies in 1945, and now, about two thirds of the U.S. population use fluoridated public water (CDC). Unlike any other water treatment process, fluoridation does not treat the water itself, but rather the person consuming it. The Food and Drug…

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…

For many years water fluoridation has been used all around the world. This is the process of when fluoride is added to water to prevent tooth decay, which toughens the enamel of teeth in children and adults, but has been a health issue in communities (“Fluoride Information Network”, n.d). The way that tooth decay forms is with bacteria that make acid to remove minerals from teeth. Therefore, fluoride prevents the cavities from expanding throughout the mouth. Other than just preventing tooth…