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History of Water Fluoridation Health Claims In 1952, the United States public health service division of dental public health produced a video extolling the virtues of water fluoridation. It stated: "Dentists in many cities are helping to bring the benefits of fluoridation to children. Now our children can have better health through fluoridated water." But after 78 years of being told that fluoride in our water supply is a health benefit for us, science has proven that is not true. Unfortunately, it’s the opposite - fluoride in our water supply actually [...]

FLUORIDE ONLINE LEARNING ACTIVITY VIDEO MATERIALS: To access materials related to the Fluoride Online Learning Video Activity, use the links below the video. Click the following text for access to all online learning video activity materials. ADDITIONAL ITEMS FOR IAOMT COURSEWORK ON THIS ACTIVITY: Fluoride Script Fluoride References Fluoride Literature

The IAOMT’s position paper against fluoride use includes over 200 citations and offers detailed scientific research about the potential health risks related to fluoride exposure. Click here for the full version of this document, complete with scientific references Originally Released on September 22, 2017 Compiled, Developed, Written, and Released by David Kennedy, DDS, MIAOMT Teresa Franklin, PhD John Kall, DMD, FAGD, MIAOMT Griffin Cole, DDS, NMD, MIAOMT Released: November 21, 2024 Approved by the IAOMT Science Committee: November 14, 2024 Approved by the IAOMT Board of Directors: November [...]

Some doctors recommend that patients avoid fluoride as a means of improving health. Sources of human exposure to fluoride have drastically increased since community water fluoridation began in the U.S. in the 1940’s. The IAOMT has explained that given the current levels of exposure, policies should reduce and work toward eliminating avoidable sources of fluoride, including water fluoridation, fluoride-containing dental materials, and other fluoridated products, as means to promote dental and overall health. Consumers might wish to limit or avoid fluoride exposures as a means of protecting their health. Exposure to fluoride is [...]

Fluoride is hazardous and can cause toxicity. The sources of human exposure to fluoride have drastically increased since community water fluoridation began in the U.S. in the 1940’s, and this means that the potential for cases of fluoride toxicity is also increasing. In addition to water, sources of fluoride now include food, air, soil, pesticides, fertilizers, dental products used at home and in the dental office (some of which are implanted in the human body), pharmaceutical drugs, cookware, clothing, carpeting, and an array of other consumer items used on a regular basis. Click here to see [...]

Fluoride Supplements are not FDA-Approved for Caries Prevention This video outlines how fluoride supplements can be potentially harmful and are not FDA approved for caries prevention. The IAOMT and FAN caution of harm from fluoride supplements, which are not FDA-Approved for caries prevention. Many dentists prescribe fluoride tablets, drops, lozenges, and rinses, which are often referred to as fluoride supplements or “vitamins.” These products are potentially harmful because they can result in dangerous fluoride exposure levels. They contain 0.25, 0.5, or 1.0 mg fluoride, and they [...]

The IAOMT warns that fluoride is a dangerous chemical. Fluoride is not essential for human growth and development. In regard to fluoride dangers, it has been identified as one of 12 industrial chemicals known to cause developmental neurotoxicity in humans. Sources of human exposure to fluoride now include water, food, air, soil, pesticides, fertilizers, dental products used at home and in the dental office (some of which are implanted in the human body), and an array of other consumer items used on a regular basis. Click here to see a detailed [...]

Concerns have been raised about fluoride’s lack of safety and efficacy. Sources of human exposure to the chemical fluoride have drastically increased since community water fluoridation began in the U.S. in the 1940’s. In addition to water, these sources now include food, air, soil, pesticides, fertilizers, dental products used at home and in the dental office, pharmaceutical drugs, cookware (non-stick Teflon), clothing, carpeting, and an array of other consumer items used on a regular basis. Click here to see a detailed list of sources of fluoride exposure. Exposure to fluoride is suspected of impacting every part [...]

Click here for a more detailed version of this document with scientific references Since the 1940s, an array of products containing fluoride have been introduced to the average consumer. These sources of fluoride can contribute to human health risks. Some products that may contain added fluoride and contribute to human health risks include the following: Click this link to see a detailed chart of fluoride sources. Examples of Human Health Risks Associated with Fluoride The potential health risks [...]

Fluoride naturally exists in the minerals, as well as in soil, water, and air. However, fluoride pollution in the environment occurs because the chemical is synthesized for intentional use in community water fluoridation, dental products, and other consumer items. Obviously, fluoride pollution can adversely impact wildlife. Water and Soil Pollution from Fluoride Releases into the Environment Significant quantities of fluoride are discharged to waterways by industrial wastewater. Meanwhile, soil pollution from fluoride occurs in areas where industries emit fluoride into the air and from the use of phosphate fertilizers. Animals eating food [...]