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2. Benefits of natural water fluoridation were noticed in 1930 by Dr. Frederick Mckay. In 1945, Grand Rapids, Michigan became the first city in the world to fluoridate its drinking water. After the15 yr. study the results had proved that fluoride hardened tooth enamel making teeth less susceptible to decay.

3. What is fluoride? Fluoride is the ionic form of the element fluorine. Fluoride is the 13 th most abundant element on the earth’s crust, and widely distributed in nature.

4. Fluoride is added to drinking water because : It reduces the prevalence of tooth decay in local populations. Fluoride is added to the water in communities who wish to fluoridate. It is only added where the content of fluoride is less than the recommended amount of 0.7 to 1.2 ppm. This concentration provides the optimal health benefit, to protect from adverse effects.

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6. Facts on fluoride Fruits, vegetable, and cereals have small amounts of fluoride Sea foods and tea leaves have rich amounts of fluoride. Fluoride hardens tooth enamel by converting HYDROXYAPATITE CRYSTALS to FLUORAPATITE. Fluorapatite is less vulnerable to damage from plaque acids. Teeth are less prone to cavities, providing a healthy and beautiful smile.

7. Sources Chief source of fluoride: water, topical agents. Small amounts: fresh fruits, eggs, and Vegetables. Rich amounts: sea foods, And tea leaves. Sources Of Fluoride toothpaste w/fluoride Fluoride supplements Fl water supplies Foods processed w/fluoridated water Mouthwash w/fluoride

8. Dental fluorosis? Dental fluorosis is caused by the inappropriate use of fluoride. Fluorosis is a defect of tooth enamel caused by fluoride’s interference with tooth-forming cells. Mild dental fluorosis Severe dental fluorosis Mild Fluorosis Severe Fluorosis

9. The American Dental Association recommends water fluoridation of community water supplies because it is safe, effective and necessary in preventing tooth decay. Water fluoridation is one of the most effective public measure for the prevention of dental carries. Everyone can take advantage of this benefit from the convenience of their own home by simply choosing to drink and cook with fluoridated tap water.

10. sources www.cdc.gov/fluoridation/basics/ hppt://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/preview/mmwrhtml/rr501 4a1.htm