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Answer:
It is added to the water to reduce tooth decay.
Fluoride is not bad for you. It is considered by most public health experts to be one of the major advances in public health of the last century. Unfortunately, it has become politicized and the target of internet conspiracy theorists. What one must remember is that everything is toxic (even water and oxygen) at high enough levels. "The dose makes the poison" and so when reading the claims of people citing support to the claims of the evils of fluoride one must pay attention to make sure they are not citing industrial exposures, high dose supplements, etc etc.
- It does reduce tooth decay dramatically.
- It saves society money by promoting better health.
- It is associated with less gum disease, which may be a contributing factor in Heart disease.
- Nearly all dental fluorosis (mottling of the teeth from too much fluoride) is from eating toothpaste or taking too much supplementation in pill form, not from drinking water.
- There is no credible evidence that it causes cancer.
- There is no credible evidence that fluoride from drinking water causes osteoporosis or fractures (taking high dose pills can and studies of drinking water are on-going).
- There is no credible evidence that it causes birth defects, ADD or other toxicity at the doses found in water.
- It is not plausible that dentist are uninformed about such a central issue of dental health, especially one that is so publicly and actively debated. If the stat about dentists in areas with fluoridated water is true that is probably because those areas are more affluent and health conscious.
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Why is Fluoride is often added to the water supply?
to help prevent tooth decay, just like there is fluoride in tooth paste to prevent tooth decay. The fluoride added to water is no where near as high concentration as in tooth paste though
What substance are added to Memphis water supply?
Fluoride is added to the Memphis water supply for dental health benefits and to prevent tooth decay. Additionally, chlorine is added to kill harmful bacteria and ensure the water is safe to drink.
Do they have fluoride is in your water supply and what the concentration of fluoride in your drinking water is?
yes
Is there fluoride in Manchester water?
As of my last update, fluoride is not added to the water supply in Manchester. However, I recommend checking with the local water utility or municipality for the most current information on water fluoridation in Manchester.
Is there flouride in wirrals water?
Yes, fluoride is added to the water supply in Wirral as a public health measure to prevent tooth decay. The levels of fluoride added are monitored to ensure they are within safe and effective ranges for dental health benefits.
Is there fluoride in the Cottonwood AZ drinking water supply?
No Sedona, Arizona does not put fluoride in it's water supply. In the US over 70 percent of cities and towns put fluoride in the drinking water.
Which chemical is added to water for prevention of tooth decay?
Floride is added to toothpaste to strengthen the enamel of the tooth. This helps prevent tooth decay, particularly in children.
How do you use fluoride in a sentence?
Various towns across the country have added fluoride to their public water supply systems. Many toothpaste manufacturers tout the fluoride in their product.
What does fluoride do to your drinking water?
Fluoride is added to public drinking water to help prevent cavities.
What chemical is added to water to protect teeth?
Fluoride is added to drinking water to prevent tooth decay
What is added to water to promote healthy teeth?
Fluoride.
Is there fluoride in Kirkland drinking water?
Kirkland drinking water typically does not contain added fluoride, as it is sourced from wells and surface water. However, the specific fluoride content can vary depending on the local water supply and regulations. For the most accurate information, it's best to check the annual water quality report from the local water authority or the packaging of the specific Kirkland product you are inquiring about.
