Fluoride Facts: Sources, Exposure and Health Effects
Jack Kall, DMD, MIAOMT2024-07-12T15:45:31-04:00The IAOMT is concerned about the many sources of fluoride and health risks from this exposure. Sources of human exposure to 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), and an array of other consumer items used on a regular basis. Most people are not aware of important fluoride facts about these sources. Exposure to fluoride is [...]










