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Fluoride-Free Office

Why say NO to Fluoride?

Dr. Amore advises against the use of fluoride for her patients, aligning with the recommendations of the International Academy of Oral Medicine & Toxicology (IAOMT). While some studies suggest that topical fluoride can reduce tooth decay, there is also evidence that ingesting fluoride, such as from swallowed toothpaste and too much fluoridated water, can lead to overdose, especially in children.

The IAOMT has acknowledged strong evidence indicating potential harm from systemic fluoride exposure. Over nearly the past 2 decades, through ongoing toxicological evaluations, the IAOMT has consistently determined that fluoride added to public water supplies and prescribed as controlled-dose supplements offers no clear health benefits. Instead, these uses of fluoride may lead to a higher incidence of adverse health effects.

The IAOMT has consistently found compelling evidence that systemic exposure to fluoride poses potential risks. Over nearly two decades of examining fluoride’s toxicological data, the IAOMT has repeatedly determined that adding fluoride to public water supplies or using it in controlled-dose supplements does not provide significant health benefits. On the contrary, these practices may increase the likelihood of negative health outcomes.

Exposure to fluoride has been linked to a wide range of serious health complications. These include behavioral problems, carcinogenicity, genotoxicity, and dental fluorosis. Fluoride exposure has also been associated with depression, hip fractures, and increased blood lead levels in children. Additionally, it can impair glucose tolerance, often leading to type 2 diabetes, and contribute to learning difficulties, osteosarcoma (a form of bone cancer), and various reproductive and developmental effects. Moreover, fluoride exposure can cause thyroid deficiencies, including hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism, and is also linked to weight gain.

Where does Fluoride come from?

Fluorine, a naturally occurring element and the 13th most abundant on Earth, is highly toxic on its own. When fluorine combines with other elements, it forms fluoride, which can either increase or decrease in toxicity depending on the combination. For instance, when fluorine bonds with calcium, it becomes a solid mineral known as fluorite. However, when fluoride is added to public water supplies in the form of hydrofluosilicic acid—a toxic byproduct sourced from the pollution control systems of phosphate fertilizer plants—it becomes much more hazardous. Despite the widespread addition of fluoride to drinking water in some regions, 97% of Europe opts out of this practice. Studies indicate that fluoridating water does not reduce tooth decay rates and can lead to dental fluorosis, a condition that affects 42% of American children and visibly damages teeth.

What has fluoride in it?

More than 65% of public water supplies in the United States contain fluoride. Fluoride is also commonly found in dental products like toothpaste, floss, mouthwash, glass ionomer fillings, and cements, as well as compomer fillings. Sodium fluoride "supplements," including drops, tablets, multivitamins, and lozenges, are unapproved by the FDA and illegal, yet they are still used and can lead to dental fluorosis. Additionally, fluoride is present in various consumer goods, including foods and beverages made with fluoridated water, pesticides, and numerous medications such as Prozac, Avelox, Cipro, Levaquin, and other drugs within the fluoroquinolone family.

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