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FLUORIDE

Is Fluoride Safe?

Fluoride is a naturally occurring mineral.

The age-old question of fluoride’s toxicity potential is still a concern today.  After all, fluoride is in our tap water, toothpaste, many processed foods and even tea. Many people worry that too much fluoride will become toxic and lead to potential health effects, but decades of studies reveal that the topical application of fluoride on teeth significantly reduce caries (cavities) and is one of the best preventive mechanisms against the fight on tooth decay.

 

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