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Four Things You Didn’t Know About Fluoride & Fluoride Toothpaste
Fluoride & Fluoride Toothpaste
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According to studies conducted by the International Academy of Oral Medicine & Toxicology (IAOMT)
1.Fluoride is a toxic that used in excess may cause several health problems. “Like Sun Block. It’s topical. You don’t drink it”. Read FDA’s Warning on fluoride toothpaste. It says: Keep it out of reach of children less than 6 years of age. In case of accidental ingestion, seek professional assistance or contact a poison control center immediately”.
2.Health Effects: Fluoride has been linked to a number of health problems from dental fluorosis, thyroid problems, osteoporosis, cancer and more.
3. 32% of American children now have some form of dental fluorosis, a white or brown mottling of the teeth (source TIME December 5, 2005). Research has tied fluoridated water to bone cancer in young boys, hip fractures in women and increased levels of lead in drinking water (MetroWest daily News November 27, 2005). High levels of fluoride can cause bone pain, spurs and fused vertebrae (source TIME October 24, 2005)
4.You already have the proper amount of fluoride on a daily basis, not necessary to add more to your toothpaste. An excess of fluoride inhibits digestive enzymes and leads to eating problems in children and adults.
Sharp’s Fluoride-Free toothpaste combines the latest dental science and technology with natural ingredients to produce a line of safe, fluoride-free toothpastes, most effective in the care of teeth and gums without the potentially harmful effects of fluoride. Dr Sharp’s Toothpaste received the highest rating from the International Academy of Oral Medicine & Toxicology classified as a “periodontal therapeutic formula.” Non-artificial taste, natural ingredients, simple, high quality, classic natural flavors: Crème de menthe, Crème D’Anise, Green Tea Therapy, Natural Whitening. Fluoride-Free products are actually the most effective care for teeth and gums.
Dr. Bruno Sharp is an active member of the International Academy of Oral Medicine & Toxicology, the top association in the country and international that conducts research on fluoride for more than 50 years, since its introduction in the public water system.
For more information and studies on fluoride please visit the International Academy of Oral Medicine & Toxicology web site at www.iaomt.org and Dr Sharp’s web sites www.drfluoridefree.com and www.sharpdentistry.com and click on “health conscious”
Recommended reading: The Fluoride Deception by Christopher Bryson
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Fluoride can be a poison |
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Fluoride-free - “All toothpastes sold in the United States, including
flavored toothpastes specifically marketed to children, contain the
minimum lethal dose of fluoride…Each year there are thousands
of reports to Poison Control centers in the United States related to
excessive ingestion of fluoride dental products (toothpaste, mouth rinses,
and supplements).”
-Fluoride Action Network-
Fluoride-free - For fluoridated toothpastes -- If the patient survives for 48 hours,
recovery is usually likely. Most non fluoridated toothpastes are relatively
nontoxic. Recovery is very likely.
- National Library of Medicine February 12, 2004-
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FLUORIDE CAN CAUSE DENTAL FLUOROSIS |
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Severe Dental Fluorosis
Photo by John Colquhoun, DDS |
Severe Dental Fluorosis
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“32% of American children now have some form of dental
Fluorosis, a white or brown mottling of the teeth.”
-Time
Magazine, October 24, 2005-
Excessive ingestion of fluoride during the early childhood years may damage
the tooth-forming cells, leading to a defect in the enamel known as dental
Fluorosis.
Recent research indicates that the rate of bone fracture among children
with Dental Fluorosis (even in the mild forms) is higher than the bone
fracture rates among children with no Dental Fluorosis.
For more information go to www.fluoridealert.org
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OTHER EFFECTS OF EXPOSURE TO FLUORIDE |
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Skeletal Fluorosis
“Fluoride entering the body rapidly moves to the bones and
other tissues where most of it is retained while a fraction is excreted
daily.”
-National Pure Water Association-
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Abnormalities in unborn babies
“Expectant mothers should avoid using all fluoridated products.
Those living in fluoridated areas should consider drinking only
bottled water -- but check the fluoride content first.”
-National Pure Water Association-
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Brain Damage and Lowered IQ in Children
“It has been known for many years that fluoride inhibits the
enzyme acetyl cholinesterase which is involved in transmitting signals
along nerves.”
-Waldbott GL, Burgstahler A, McKinney HL. Fluoridation: The Great
Dilemma. Coronado Press Inc, Kansas, 1978. Table 11-1, p150.-
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Genetic Harm
“Decreased testosterone concentrations in skeletal Fluorosis
patients and in males drinking the same water as the patients but
with no clinical manifestations of the disease compared with those
of normal, healthy males living in areas non endemic for Dental
Fluorosis suggest that fluoride toxicity may cause adverse effects
in the reproductive system of males living in Dental Fluorosis endemic
areas.”
-Susheela AK, Jethanandani P. Circulating testosterone levels
in skeletal Dental Fluorosis patients. J Toxicol Clin Toxicol 1996;
34: 183-9-
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Cancer
“Of particular concern are a series of studies indicating
that fluoride can cause osteosarcoma (bone cancer) in both fluoride-treated
male rats and boys under the age of 20 living in fluoridated areas.
Osteosarcoma is a rare, but deadly, form of cancer that strikes
primarily during the teenage years.”
-Fluoride Action Network-
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Allergies
“As acknowledged by the Physicians' Desk Reference, some individuals
are allergic/hypersensitive to fluoride. The largest, government-funded,
clinical trial found that 1% of individuals exposed to 1 mg/day
of fluoride exhibited allergic/hypersensitive reactions, including
skin reactions, gastric distress, and headache.”
-Fluoride Action Network-
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WHERE IS FLUORIDE FOUND? |
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- Toothpaste
- Fluoridated Tap Water
- Infant Formula
- Processed Cereal
- Juice
- Soda
- Tea
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- Wine
- Beer
- Mechanically Deboned chicken
- Fish/seafood
- Teflon Pans
- Fluoridated Salt
- Cigarettes
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The highlights of the year long U.S. Government investigation
recently concluded, indicated among its findings that:
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Fluoridated drinking water does not pose a detectable risk of causing
cancer in humans, but some people may be getting more of the mineral
than they need.
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In areas of the United States where the water naturally contains
more than recommended amounts, children do not need additional fluoride.
The extra fluoride might cause dental fluorosis, a discoloration
of the teeth.
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To prevent dental fluorosis, doctors should prescribe fluoride
dietary supplements only when the home water supply is deficient
in fluoride.
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Parents should be recommended to instruct their children to rinse
carefully after brushing and to not swallow fluoride toothpaste.
-Dermatone Laboratories-
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MORE INFORMATION ON THE EFFECTS OF FLUORIDE |
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For more information on the effects of Fluoride please visit
the following links: |
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