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Fluoride Lowers Self Esteem
Fluoride-Induced Spots on Teeth Harm Kids’ Self-Esteem, says Dental
Journal New York – April 15, 2008 -- Fluoride exposure is rising and causing children’s tooth imperfections, ranging from white spots to brownish discolorations and pitting (fluorosis), dentist Elivir Dincer reports in the New York State Dental Journal. (1) “Such changes in the tooth’s appearance can affect the child’s self- esteem which makes early prevention that much more critical,” writes Dincer. Children, aged 2 to 7 years, can swallow about one-quarter milligram of fluoride with every brushing because their swallowing reflexes are not fully developed, reports Dincer. “Children from the age of 6-months to 3-years should not have more than one-quarter milligram of fluoride per day. Brushing the teeth of a 2-year-old twice a day will expose the child to about one-half milligram, exceeding the allowable [daily] limits” [from toothpaste alone], writes Dincer. Intentionally swallowing the toothpaste which is likely, given the pleasant flavor of children’s toothpaste, increases children’s fluorosis risk, Dincer reports. Fluoridated water, supplements, mouth rinses and/or foods add to daily fluoride intake. Up to 48% of children have fluorosis, with 4% moderate/severe (yellow/ brown teeth), reports the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) (2). Fluoride over-exposure at ages 22- to 25-months can discolor the permanent two front teeth while they form under the gums. Two-thirds of US water suppliers add fluoride chemicals to reduce tooth decay. This fluoridated water is used to make many foods and beverages. (3) “Water and processed beverages (e.g., soft drinks and fruit juices) can provide approximately 75% of a person's fluoride intake,” according to the CDC. (4) Mixing infant formula with fluoridated water (5), fluoride supplements (6) and foods with naturally higher fluoride levels, such as tea and ocean fish, independently increase risk of dental fluorosis. Fluoride- containing pesticide residues remain on various foods. Fluoride is also inhaled via ocean and shower mist and is in some medicines. Why isn't this information reaching the public? In 2000, dental researcher AK Mascarenhas wrote, “There is substantial evidence that fluoridated water, fluoride supplements, infant formulas, and fluoride toothpastes are risk factors for fluorosis,” alone and together in “Risk factors for Dental Fluorosis: A review of the recent literature,” in Pediatric Dentistry, 4/22/2000. Mascarenhas censored our news release which broadcasted her tax-payer supported research to the American public by successfully requesting Ascribe news service to deny our business. We have seen little evidence that organized dentistry or federal health officials passing all this information to the public. “It’s obvious that fluoridation is dosing our children with uncontrollable and undesirable amounts of fluoride,” says attorney Paul Beeber, President, New York State Coalition Opposed to Fluoridation, Inc. “Besides affecting teeth, fluoride can be hazardous to your general health,” he says. "Since fluoride is neither a nutrient nor essential for healthy teeth and no child is, or ever was, fluoride deficient, it's time we stop adding unnecessary and costly fluoride chemicals into water supplies," says Beeber. Over 1600 professionals joined Environmental Protection Agency scientists in calling for an end to fluoridation. (7) Join the over 11,000 individuals supporting them by signing the petition asking for a Congressional investigation at http://congress.FluorideAction.Net References: 1) “Why Do I Have White Spots on My Front Teeth,” by Elvir Dincer, DDS, New York State Dental Journal, January 2008, Page 58 Volume 74, Number 1 http://www.nysdental.org/img/current...rnlJan2008.pdf 2) Surveillance for Dental Caries, Dental Sealants, Tooth Retention, Edentulism and Dental Fluorosis, CDC, MMWR August 2005 http://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/preview/mmwr.../s403a1t23.gif 3) USDA National Fluoride Database of Selected Beverages and Foods – 2004 http://www.nal.usda.gov/fnic/foodcom.../Fluoride.html 4) US Centers for Disease Control – Enamel Fluorosis http://www.cdc.gov/FLUORIDATION/safe..._fluorosis.htm 5a) US Centers for Disease Control – Infant Formula and Fluoride http://www.cdc.gov/FLUORIDATION/safe...formula.htm#12 b) Academy of General Dentistry, “Monitor Infant’s Fluoride Intake,” March 2007 http://www.agd.org/support/articles/?ArtID=1187 c) American Dental Association, “ADA offers interim guidance on infant formula and fluoride,” November 2006 http://www.ada.org/prof/resources/pu...articleid=2212 6) American Dental Association, Evidence Based Dentistry: Systematic Reviews Fluoride Supplements http://www.ada.org/prof/resources/eb...upplements.asp 7) http://www.fluorideaction.org/statem...gust.2007.html 8) http://www.orgsites.com/ny/nyscof/_pgg10.php3 |
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Fluoride Lowers Self Esteem
nyscof wrote:
Fluoride-Induced Spots on Teeth Harm Kids’ Self-Esteem, says Dental Journal I would not object to your posting if you made it clear where the copy from the NYS Dental Journal ends and your advocacy begins. A casual reader may think your entire post is endorsed or even written by the NYS Dental jounal. Oh well--at least you spell "fluoride" correctly--asking you not to mislead may be asking too much. Steve -- Mark & Steven Bornfeld DDS http://www.dentaltwins.com Brooklyn, NY 718-258-5001 |
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Fluoride Lowers Self Esteem
nyscof wrote: Fluoride-Induced Spots on Teeth Harm Kids’ Self-Esteem, says Dental Journal Of course cavities have no negative effects. G Too much fluoride is a concern and people need to be aware of that possibility, but that is true of just about anything. D |
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Fluoride Lowers Self Esteem
On Apr 17, 10:53 am, Dartos wrote:
nyscof wrote: Fluoride-Induced Spots on Teeth Harm Kids’ Self-Esteem, says Dental Journal Of course cavities have no negative effects. G Too much fluoride is a concern and people need to be aware of that possibility, but that is true of just about anything. D Actually, fluoridation is not stopping tooth decay as indicated by theseConnecticut newspaper article sdescribing the dental health crisis where fluoridation is state mandated Dental Needs Unmet At least 1 million Connecticut residents, and possibly as many as 1.5 million — more than one-third of the state — lack dental insurance, according to the state dental association, and a new state medical plan for the uninsured, which includes tens of thousands of children, will not help. snip More than 1,000 of those uninsured people braved driving rain, lightning and long lines in the pre-dawn chill this past weekend to take advantage of Connecticut's Mission of Mercy, the state's first large-scale free dental clinic that opened for two days in Tolland. State Senate President Pro Tem Donald E. Williams Jr., a Brooklyn Democrat, walked among them. After two hours of listening to people's stories, Williams had heard and seen enough. "It's overwhelming," said a stunned Williams as he stood in the crowded clinic about 7 a.m. "If there is any doubt in people's minds about the need for greater access to health care, people should come here and see this." Those who got in to see one of the nearly 190 dentists volunteering their time at the old Tolland High School were lucky. The wait might be much longer for others. snip Of the approximately 3,000 licensed dentists in the state, only about 400 take HUSKY clients. Of those, only about 100 take HUSKY patients as a large part of their business, Dingeldey said. snip http://www.courant.com/news/local/hc...,7178110.story and "What we saw this past weekend were folks who we think have access to our health care system but who don't have access to dental care," said Williams, the only politician who arrived early enough Saturday to see the long lines in the dark and rain. "These are folks who work hard for a living, but who are struggling to pay their bills at the end of the month," he said. When it comes to a choice between dental care and keeping the lights on or putting food on the table, advocates say, dental care is usually the first to go. http://www.ct.gov/dph/cwp/view.asp?a=3138&q=410264. |
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