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Can you drink anything after using prescription fluoride toothpaste?
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Does water have fluoride?
Pure water does not contain fluoride, but much drinking water does contain fluoride that is deliberately added to reduce tooth decay of children who drink the water. Some drinking water supplies also contain fluoride naturally.
Why shouldn't you eat or drink after fluoride rinse?
Fluoride becomes part of the outside layer of the teeth. This process takes about 30 minutes to complete. Avoid eating or drinking during that time so as not to interfere with the fluoride uptake.
What are some benefits of fluoride in water?
The primary benefit, and the only one I know, is the reduction in cavities in teeth. The fluoride strengthens the teeth. I only drink my well water which does not have fluoride, so I must take extra care to brush my teeth.
Is the fluoride in toothpaste dangerous?
no. but it does cause brain damage and a bunch of other problems. so drink up" Dr. John Yiamouyiannis examined the raw data from a large study that was conducted by the National Institute for Dental Research (NIDR). He concluded that fluoride did not appear to have any decay preventing success, as there was little difference in the DMFT values (the mean number of decayed, missing or filled teeth) for approximately 40,000 children. It did not matter whether they grew up in fluoridated, non-fluoridated or partially fluoridated communities. (Yiamouyiannis, J.A. "Water Fluoridation and Tooth Decay: Results from the 1986-87 National Survey of U.S. Schoolchildren", Fluoride, 23, 55-67, 1990)."Some people like to call this doctor a quack... Even so, there is NO PROOF fluoride prevents tooth decay.But the truth is tooth decay is caused by poor nutrition from the inside out (remember when mom told you sugar rots your teeth? well she was right). So the best way to protect your teeth is to eat healthy.Fluoride causes brain damage and LOWERS IQ.There has also been research on fluoride CAUSING tooth enamel problems.It has been linked to gastrointestinal disorders, thyroid disorders, premature birth even Down's Syndrome.It is a rat poison. It should not be consumed by humans. Or any other animal that would like to live.If you dont believe me please, look it up yourself.Knowledge is power.
What is unpolluted water?
To give it , its Latin phrase , 'Aqua pura'. All 'free' water is polluted in some way, even the water that we drink . Water is a very powerful solvent and will dissolve many substances, some of which are harmless to humans, and others much more toxic. Tap water for the home has fluoride and chlorides dissolved in it . This is to kill any bacteria present.
When do people uses fluoride?
Most cities in the usa add flouride to tap water. I prefer not to be poisened so i never drink unfiltered tap. Also in your toothpaste that's why your not supposed to swallow it.
What can fluoride do to you if ingested?
Small amounts won't harm you but larger amounts can cause stomach aches and sickness. Too much will kill you, so don't eat toothpaste then drink some Listerine.
Can a child brush her teeth with a flouride toothpaste and drink water with flouride?
If your child is at the age (younger than 6) which she will swallow some of the paste, it is best to brush with just water. The optimal level of fluoride is 1.1 parts per million. If your area is higher (many are) in fluoride than 1.1 ppm, and you are cooking with said water, best to go with either just water on the brush, or a non-fluoride paste. Too much fluoride can cause discoloration of permanent teeth developing in the jaws.
Where is fluoride stored?
Fluoride is only used by the body when it is in direct contact with teeth, they help fight caries in the earlier stages. There can also be some minor benefit to bone structure. Fluoride itself is not stored by the human body, because it is not a nutrient, it is an activating agent. Fluoride is toxic to the human body and ingesting fluoride will not help the teeth, instead it will be a strain on the body and consuming large amounts of fluoride will kill you. So don't eat toothpaste or drink mouthwash containing fluoride. Fluoridated water poses no health risk because of the low concentration, but can significantly improve dental health - especially in low-income areas. In other areas fluoride is present enough (in tooth-paste and other sources) to render the fluoridation of drinking water useless.
Where is fluoride absorbed?
Fluoride can be either absorbed by drinking tap water or by swallowing toothpaste. The value of fluoride-containing toothpaste to dental health is clear: fluoride is a potent chemical that kills microbes on the teeth and strengthens teeth's resistance against cavities. On the other hand, a substantial and growing body of peer-reviewed science strongly suggests that ingesting fluoride in tap water does not provide the same dental benefits as applying it directly to the teeth, and may present serious health risks. Furthermore, children who drink fluoridated water are at increased risk of developing fluorosis, a defect of the permanent teeth resulting in staining and, in severe cases, substantial corrosion of the enamel. According to the Centers for Disease Control, about 30 percent of children who drink fluoridated water have some degree of fluorosis. The National Academy of Sciences has also raised concerns about fluoride exposure and bone fractures in the elderly, skeletal fluorosis, thyroid hormone disruption, and neurotoxicity (including effects on IQ). In addition, there is evidence that fluoridated water is linked to osteosarcoma, an often fatal form of bone cancer, in boys. To conclude, fluoride exposure should be limited to toothpaste, where it provides the greatest dental benefit and presents the lowest overall health risk. Source: http://www.ewg.org/EWGFAQ#
Does water have fluoride?
Pure water does not contain fluoride, but much drinking water does contain fluoride that is deliberately added to reduce tooth decay of children who drink the water. Some drinking water supplies also contain fluoride naturally.
Does distillation remove fluoride from water?
Distillation does remove at least some fluoride - this is why a dentist will recommend fluoride treatment at your 6-month dental cleaning if you drink distilled or filtered water. However, to get all the fluoride out the water would have to be deionized.
What should you do if you get toothpaste is ingested?
nothing, just drink water......
Why shouldn't you eat or drink after fluoride rinse?
Fluoride becomes part of the outside layer of the teeth. This process takes about 30 minutes to complete. Avoid eating or drinking during that time so as not to interfere with the fluoride uptake.
What are the advantages of fluoride?
The value of fluoride-containing toothpaste to dental health is clear: fluoride is a potent chemical that kills microbes on the teeth and strengthens teeth's resistance against cavities. But fluoride has also several disadvantages that we should keep in mind. Indeed, a substantial and growing body of peer-reviewed science strongly suggests that ingesting fluoride in tap water does not provide the same dental benefits as applying it directly to the teeth, and may present serious health risks. Furthermore, children who drink fluoridated water are at increased risk of developing fluorosis, a defect of the permanent teeth resulting in staining and, in severe cases, substantial corrosion of the enamel. According to the Centers for Disease Control, about 30 percent of children who drink fluoridated water have some degree of fluorosis. The National Academy of Sciences has also raised concerns about fluoride exposure and bone fractures in the elderly, skeletal fluorosis, thyroid hormone disruption, and neurotoxicity (including effects on IQ). In addition, there is evidence that fluoridated water is linked to osteosarcoma, an often fatal form of bone cancer, in boys. To conclude, fluoride exposure should be limited to toothpaste, where it provides the greatest dental benefit and presents the lowest overall health risk. Source: http://www.ewg.org/EWGFAQ#
What are some benefits of fluoride in water?
The primary benefit, and the only one I know, is the reduction in cavities in teeth. The fluoride strengthens the teeth. I only drink my well water which does not have fluoride, so I must take extra care to brush my teeth.
How is fluoride good for you?
The value of fluoride-containing toothpaste to dental health is clear: fluoride is a potent chemical that kills microbes on the teeth and strengthens teeth's resistance against cavities. On the other hand, a substantial and growing body of peer-reviewed science strongly suggests that ingesting fluoride in tap water does not provide the same dental benefits as applying it directly to the teeth, and may present serious health risks. Furthermore, children who drink fluoridated water are at increased risk of developing fluorosis, a defect of the permanent teeth resulting in staining and, in severe cases, substantial corrosion of the enamel. According to the Centers for Disease Control, about 30 percent of children who drink fluoridated water have some degree of fluorosis. The National Academy of Sciences has also raised concerns about fluoride exposure and bone fractures in the elderly, skeletal fluorosis, thyroid hormone disruption, and neurotoxicity (including effects on IQ). In addition, there is evidence that fluoridated water is linked to osteosarcoma, an often fatal form of bone cancer, in boys. To sum up, fluoride exposure should be limited to toothpaste, where it provides the greatest dental benefit and presents the lowest overall health risk. Source: http://www.ewg.org/EWGFAQ#
