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Dental Cavity Fighting Ability of Fluoride Questioned in New Study

During a recent study scientists have determined that while fluoride forms a protective shield on teeth, it is as much as 100 times thinner than was previously believed. The study is now concerned on how much prevention of cavities fluoride really provides and there might not be a better way to protect teeth from cavities.

No One is Surprized That Fluoride is a Toxic Waste



Everyone knows that fluoride is added to our drinking water. They also add fluoride to our hatcheries, streams, lakes, oceans, and rivers. It should be viewed as toxic poison. However, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention consider the fluoridation of our water as one of the 10 great public health achievements of the 20th century.

Health Ministry Finds that Fluoridation Does Not Reduce Tooth Decay

Statistics from a study conducted by the New Zealand Ministry of Health suggest that there are no advantages derived from fluoridation. These statistics actually match similar arguments set forth by the American Dental Association.

Dental Fluorosis. Condition or Disease?

Once your teeth have erupted into your mouth, they are not susceptible to fluorosis. Dental fluorosis is a cosmetic condition, not a disease. Often, it is so mild that only a dental professional can detect it. Most cases of dental fluorosis result from young children taking fluoride supplements or swallowing fluoride toothpaste when the water they drink is already fluoridated.

Can Fluoride Reverse Tooth Decay?

Fluoride is the name given to a group of compounds that are composed of the naturally occurring element fluorine and one or more other elements. Fluorides are present naturally in water and soil.