Fluoride, a naturally occuring mineral found in many foods and water, has been a primary ingredient in toothpaste since the 1970s. Despite being widely regarded as safe by the Food and Drug ...

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For decades, fluoride has been at the heart of modern dental care, recommended by dentists and added to everything from toothpaste to drinking water. But in recent years, a growing wave of ...

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Patient confusion in the toothpaste aisle is high due to marketing; clinical guidance must focus on active ingredients over branding. The American Dental Association (ADA) Seal of Approval is a ...

This, historically, has worked. As noted by NBC, studies have consistently shown that fluoridated water reduces tooth decay in a population by around 25 percent. However, some take issue with fluoride ...