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  1. Fluoride
    FluorideIon of fluorine
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    Fluoride - Wikipedia

    • Fluoride is an inorganic, monatomic anion of fluorine, with the chemical formula F (also written [F] ), whose salts are typically white or colorless. Fluoride salts typically have distinctive bitter tastes, and are odorless. Its salts and minerals are important chemical reagents and industrial chemicals, mainly used in the production of hydrogen fluoride for fluorocarbons… See more

    Nomenclature

    Fluorides include compounds that contain ionic fluoride and those in which fluoride does not dissociate. The nomenclature does not distinguish these situations. For example, sulfur hexafluoride and carbon tetrafluoride are … See more

    Occurrence

    Fluorine is estimated to be the 13th-most abundant element in Earth's crust and is widely dispersed in nature, entirely in the form of fluorides. The vast majority is held in mineral deposits, the most commercially important o… See more

    Chemical properties

    Fluoride can act as a base. It can combine with a proton ( H ):
    This neutralization reaction forms hydrogen fluoride (HF), the conjugate acid of fluoride.
    In aqueous solution, fluoride has a pKb value of 10.… See more

    Applications

    Fluoride salts and hydrofluoric acid are the main fluorides of industrial value.
    Organofluorine compounds are pervasive. Many drugs, many polymers, refrigerants, and many inorganic compounds are made from fluorid… See more

    Dietary recommendations

    The U.S. Institute of Medicine (IOM) updated Estimated Average Requirements (EARs) and Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDAs) for some minerals in 1997. Where there was not sufficient information … See more

    Estimated daily intake

    Daily intakes of fluoride can vary significantly according to the various sources of exposure. Values ranging from 0.46 to 3.6–5.4 mg/day have been reported in several studies (IPCS, 1984). In areas where wate… See more

    Safety

    According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the Dietary Reference Intakes, which is the "highest level of daily nutrient intake that is likely to pose no risk of adverse health effects" specify 10 mg/day for most pe… See more

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  3. Medical News Today
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    Fluoride: Risks, uses, and side effects - Medical News …

    Feb 21, 2018 · Fluoride is a natural element that can prevent tooth decay, but also has some health risks. Learn about the benefits and drawbacks of fluoride in water, dental products, and other sources.

  4. Healthline
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    What Is Fluoride? Uses, Benefits, Side Effects, and …

    2 days ago · Fluoride is a mineral found in many places naturally, including your teeth. It’s also added to dental products and some water sources to help strengthen teeth and prevent cavities.

  5. Fluoride (Sodium)

    Common brand names: Karidium, Luride

    This medication is used to prevent cavities. It makes teeth stronger and more resistant to decay caused by acid and bacteria.

    May Treat: Dental caries

    Brand Names: Karidium · Luride · DentaGel · Fluorabon · Fluor-a-day and more

    Drug Class: Dental Product - Fluoride Preparations

    Availability: Prescription sometimes needed

    Pregnancy: Consult your doctor

    Lactation: Consult a doctor before using

    Precautions

    • Hold in mouth for 2 minutes
    • For cream products : Use at the same time(s) daily as directed. Apply to toothbrush and brush for 2 minutes. Store at room temperature away from heat & sunlight.
    • For drops products : Check with Dr. if local water is fluoridated. Do not use in children under 6 months old. Measure dose using a dosing spoon/cup/syringe. Take 1 hr before or after dairy products & minerals.
    • For gel products : Usually used at bedtime. Use as directed by dentist or doctor. Children should spit and rinse mouth after use. Adults. Spit. Do not eat/ drink/rinse for 30 min. Call dentist if teeth appear mottled. Brush teeth and see your dentist regularly. Tell doctor & dentist you are using this medicine.
    • For lozenge products : Suck on lozenge in mouth. Do not chew or swallow it.
    • For solution, non-oral products : Read instructions carefully. Unless MD directs, do not use in kids less than 6. Dilute prior to use. Best to use at bedtime after brushing teeth. Use to rinse mouth for 1 minute then spit out. Do not swallow. Do not rinse mouth, drink or eat for 30 minutes.
    • For tablet, chewable products : Best to take at bedtime after brushing teeth. Chew completely. Before using tell Dr. if you have phenylketonuria.

    For informational purposes only. Consult a medical professional for advice.

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  6. Cleveland Clinic
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    Fluoride: Uses, Benefits & Side Effects - Cleveland Clinic

    Feb 9, 2023 · Fluoride, a mineral that occurs naturally in many foods and water, helps prevent tooth decay. Fluoride reverses early decay and remineralizes your tooth enamel. While fluoride can be harmful in large quantities, it’s difficult to …

  7. Healthline
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    Fluoride: Good or Bad? - Healthline

    Dec 21, 2023 · Fluoride is a chemical that can help prevent cavities and strengthen bones, but it can also cause harm with excessive intake. Learn about the sources, benefits, and downsides of fluoride, as well as the controversy …

  8. nih.gov
    https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7261729

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    Where does fluoride come from?
    Fluoride exposure originates from multiple sources (NTP 2016). However, information on alternative sources, such as food or water supply, was lacking in the majority of the aforementioned studies. When reported, fluoride levels in control water ranged from 0.03 to less than 1.0 mg/L and in rodent feed from 3.2–20.5 mg/kg.

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    Is fluoride a mineral?
    Fluoride is a mineral in your bones and teeth. It’s also found naturally in the following...

    What Is Fluoride? Uses, Benefits, Side Effects, and Safety - Healthline

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    What is fluoride used for?
    Fluoride is used in drinking water, toothpaste, mouthwashes, and various chemical products. Water authorities add fluoride to the municipal water supply to reduce the prevalence of tooth decay in areas where fluoride levels in the water are low.

    Fluoride: Risks, uses, and side effects - Medical News Today

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    What is the benefit of fluoride in water?
    Decades ago, researchers found that people in communities where the drinking water supply contained a certain level of fluoride had fewer dental cavities than those living in areas with lower fluoride levels in the water. Fluoride is naturally found in water but in varying amounts.

    Fluoride: Uses, Benefits, Risks, Side Effects, Safety - Verywell Health

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    How does fluoride work in community water?
    Fluoride works by strengthening the tooth’s hard outer surface called enamel. For the past several decades, fluoride has been added to community water supplies and oral care products such as toothpaste and mouth rinse.

    Fluoride & Dental Health | National Institute of Dental and

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    Why is fluoride important to public health?
    It’s been considered one of the greatest public health achievements of the 20th century: by putting a small amount of fluoride in the water supply, public health officials have prevented millions of cavities, saved tens of billions of dollars in dental costs, and made children healthier.

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  10. Cleveland Clinic
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    Is Fluoride Bad for You? - Cleveland Clinic Health …

    Feb 16, 2023 · Fluoride is found in most water sources and has the power to strengthen your teeth to prevent decay. But why are some people afraid of it? A dentist explains.

  11. Office of Dietary Supplements (ODS)
    https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Fluoride-HealthProfessional

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  12. NPR
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    RFK Jr. says Trump would take fluoride out of the water supply …

  13. CDC
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    About Fluoride | Oral Health | CDC - Centers for …

    May 15, 2024 · Learn how fluoride prevents cavities by repairing and strengthening tooth enamel. Find out about different types of fluoride products and how to use them safely and effectively.

  14. nih.gov
    https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6195894

    The Fluoride Debate: The Pros and Cons of Fluoridation - PMC

  15. harvard.edu
    https://nutritionsource.hsph.harvard.edu/fluoride

    Fluoride – The Nutrition Source

  16. Verywell Health
    https://www.verywellhealth.com/fluoride-8654149

    Fluoride: Uses, Benefits, Risks, Side Effects, Safety - Verywell …

  17. American Dental Association
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    Fluoride: Topical and Systemic Supplements | American Dental

  18. WebMD
    https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-1068/fluoride

    FLUORIDE - Uses, Side Effects, and More - WebMD

  19. The Washington Post
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    An up-close look at the charged debate over fluoride

  20. WebMD
    https://www.webmd.com/oral-health/fluoride-treatment

    Dental Health and Fluoride Treatment - WebMD

  21. Drugs.com
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    Fluoride Uses, Side Effects & Warnings - Drugs.com

  22. Office of Dietary Supplements (ODS)
    https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Fluoride-Consumer

    Fluoride - Consumer - Office of Dietary Supplements (ODS)

  23. Oral Health Foundation
    https://www.dentalhealth.org/fluoride

    Fluoride - Oral Health Foundation

  24. National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research
    https://www.nidcr.nih.gov/health-info/fluoride

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  25. NutritionFacts.org
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    The Latest Research on the Benefits and Side Effects of Fluoride

  26. ABC News
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    US towns plunge into debates about fluoride in water

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    What to know about fluoride in water, as RFK Jr. calls to end

  30. AP Newsroom
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