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Over 3,000 American Health Professionals Opposed to Fluoride

The Fluoride Action Network (FAN) is a non-profit organization dedicated to spreading awareness for the toxicity of fluoride and the health impacts of current exposure. Over 3,000 American health professionals have signed an official statement with FAN, supporting the group’s efforts to educate the public about the potentially harmful affects of fluoride. Assure a Smile Miami Dentistry stands by FAN in spreading awareness for fluoride toxicity and educating patients on ways to avoid this readily available mineral.

By admin| 2011-08-30T02:12:27+00:00 August 30th, 2011|Holistic Dentistry, Miami Dentistry|Comments Off

Do You Need Fluoride to Prevent Tooth Decay?

Miami dentists are quick to warn patients that fluoride is not necessary to prevent tooth decay. In fact, numerous studies have recently indicated that Americans receive too much of this mineral. Miami holistic dentists have long urged patients to keep a watchful eye-out for the 5 Most Common Sources of fluoride so as to limit exposure and prevent the development of associated illnesses.

By admin| 2011-08-17T02:00:27+00:00 August 17th, 2011|Holistic Dentistry, Miami Dentistry|Comments Off

Fluoride Overload: 5 Common Sources You Need to Know About

“Dental and Public health administrators should be aware of the total fluoride exposure in the population before introducing any additional fluoride program,” reported the World Health Organization in 1994 (i). But have they? Since 1940, more and more individuals have begun consuming fluoridated water. Often times, that water is disguised in processed soft drinks, juices, and oral health products like toothpaste and mouth rinse. With consumption and adverse side effects on the rise, Miami dentists are beginning to caution patients to pay more attention to everyday products that may be contributing to fluoride overload.

By admin| 2011-08-10T02:46:00+00:00 August 10th, 2011|Holistic Dentistry, Miami Dentistry|Comments Off

Danger: Fluoride May Cause Serious Illness

A flurry of recent studies has Miami dental professionals—and their patients— concerned with the high concentration of fluoride in everything from tap water to toothpaste. Formerly hailed as an anti-cavity treatment, fluoride has been added to public water supplies since the mid 1900s and reaches an estimated 300 million individuals worldwide (i). Now, however, researchers are linking fluoride exposure with heightened incidence of serious side effects including abnormal brain development and Alzheimer’s disease.

By admin| 2011-07-06T02:42:38+00:00 July 6th, 2011|Fluoride in Your Water, Water Fluoridation|Comments Off

Miami Dentistry News: Government Recommends Less Fluoride

It’s nearly everywhere: in our water, mouth rinses, and now toothpastes. Fluoride has been the go-to chemical for cavity prevention for over 50 years. Now, however, the Center for Disease Control warns that the chemical may be too prevalent. Too much fluoride may lead to serious oral health problems including hidden caries and fluorosis.

By admin| 2011-01-11T02:10:07+00:00 January 11th, 2011|Fluoride in Your Water, News, Water Fluoridation|Comments Off