Public Health Warning Issued for Fluoride Toothpaste
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According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 40 percent of children between the ages of 3 and 6 use potentially dangerous amounts of toothpaste
The CDC and American Dental Association (ADA) recommend using no more than a pea-sized amount for children in this age group, and those younger than 3 should use no more than the size of a rice grain on their toothbrush
Fluoride-containing toothpastes have a warning on their label stating that “If you accidentally swallow more than used for brushing, seek professional help or contact a poison control center immediately”
While swallowing toothpaste is recognized as a cause for concern, drinking fluoridated water is said to be not only safe but beneficial for your teeth
Fluoridated water is a far more significant source of fluoride exposure than toothpaste. Recent research shows the prevalence of dental fluorosis among 10- to 12-year-olds in three Ecuadorian provinces is nearly 90 percent; a positive statistical relationship was found between dental fluorosis and consumption of bottled beverages
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