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'''Fluoride''' is a somewhat toxic chemical element that is a common [[toothpaste]], [[mouthwash]], and water additive throughout the developed world. It is commonly thought to work to prevent tooth decay.
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'''Fluoride''' (F<sup>-</sup>) is the mildly [[toxic]] [[ion]]ic form of the element [[fluorine]]. It is a common additive to [[toothpaste]], [[mouthwash]], and [[Water fluoridation|city water]] throughout the developed world. It is commonly believed to prevent [[tooth decay]], since it tends to bond with the calcium in teeth.
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It is believed by many to help harden teeth, although some research has shown the opposite effect.  Unfortunately, fluoride also strongly attracts [[aluminum]], which some studies suggest causes [[Alzheimer's disease]].<ref>https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3056430</ref><ref>http://www.controlyourimpact.com/articles/antiperspirant-aluminum-and-alzheimers-disease</ref><ref>http://www.rense.com/general37/alum.htm</ref>
  
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==Chemistry==
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Human teeth (and those of many other animals as well) are covered with dental enamel, which is the hardest substance in the human body.  It consists primarily of calcium phosphate, in the form of hydroxyapatite crystals. As fluoride is very reactive substance, it chemically bonds to this hydroxyapatite, resulting in fluoridated hydroxyapatite and fluorapatite. This resulting material seems to be more resistant to acids than the hydroxyapatite itself.
  
 
==Anti-Fluoridation Movement==
 
==Anti-Fluoridation Movement==
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In 1978, [[Michigan]] became the first state to repeal mandatory fluoridation laws, leaving the decision to local jurisdictions.<ref>http://fluoridealert.org/content/mandatory-fluoridation-in-the-u-s/</ref> Many municipalities have since mounted successful challenges against mandatory fluoridation laws.
  
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Despite the hysterical charges of anti-fluoridationists, community water fluoridation (CWF) has been shown to be safe and effective. It has a 60+ year track record.  CWF was hailed as one of the top 10 public health measures of the 20th Century by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and has been endorsed by every U.S. Surgeon General for the past 50 years.
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==Fluoride Fears in Pop Culture==
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The character Jack D. Ripper from [[Dr. Strangelove]] starts a war over his concerns about excessive fluoridation, signified by his motto, "POE" or "Purity of Essence."<ref>https://www.imdb.com/character/ch0003297/quotes</ref>
  
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More than 2/3 of the population of the United States now enjoys the cavity-fighting benefits of community water fluoridation.
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==References==
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==Avoiding Fluoride==
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The best way to avoid fluoride is to have your own source of water, such as a spring or well. [If you are hysterical about fluoride, this actually may not the best way to avoid fluoride, since most sources of water contain varying amounts of naturally-occurring fluoride.]  Some communities in he United States do not practice fluoridation, but many others do. If you are unsure whether your community uses fluoride, you can purchase a home test kit. Do not trust the fluoride information self-reported by your local water company. [Why not?  Do you really think they are trying to poison you?  The only reason I can see for this advice is to get people to buy a home test kit.]
 
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Bottled water can be a good alternative, but many bottlers now add fluoride. Look for spring water or filter your own using a "[[reverse osmosis]]" filter.
 
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Nearly all bottled beverages, including soda, beer, and baby formula, use fluoridated water. Use dehydrated products and rehydrate them yourself. When possible, make your own wine and fruit juices (commercial juices are either rehydrated or come from fruit irrigated with fluoridated water).
 
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Other sources of fluoride include animal bones (found in deboned animal products like McNuggets and fish sticks), Teflon-coated pans, most cosmetic dental inserts, shellfish, and bananas.
 
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Latest revision as of 20:45, August 26, 2021

Fluoride (F-) is the mildly toxic ionic form of the element fluorine. It is a common additive to toothpaste, mouthwash, and city water throughout the developed world. It is commonly believed to prevent tooth decay, since it tends to bond with the calcium in teeth. It is believed by many to help harden teeth, although some research has shown the opposite effect. Unfortunately, fluoride also strongly attracts aluminum, which some studies suggest causes Alzheimer's disease.[1][2][3]

Chemistry

Human teeth (and those of many other animals as well) are covered with dental enamel, which is the hardest substance in the human body. It consists primarily of calcium phosphate, in the form of hydroxyapatite crystals. As fluoride is very reactive substance, it chemically bonds to this hydroxyapatite, resulting in fluoridated hydroxyapatite and fluorapatite. This resulting material seems to be more resistant to acids than the hydroxyapatite itself.

Anti-Fluoridation Movement

In 1978, Michigan became the first state to repeal mandatory fluoridation laws, leaving the decision to local jurisdictions.[4] Many municipalities have since mounted successful challenges against mandatory fluoridation laws.

Fluoride Fears in Pop Culture

The character Jack D. Ripper from Dr. Strangelove starts a war over his concerns about excessive fluoridation, signified by his motto, "POE" or "Purity of Essence."[5]

References

  1. ↑ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3056430
  2. ↑ http://www.controlyourimpact.com/articles/antiperspirant-aluminum-and-alzheimers-disease
  3. ↑ http://www.rense.com/general37/alum.htm
  4. ↑ http://fluoridealert.org/content/mandatory-fluoridation-in-the-u-s/
  5. ↑ https://www.imdb.com/character/ch0003297/quotes
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