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 Fluoride

Allopathic dentists commonly resort to a compound called fluoride in attempts patch microscopic holes in teeth left by the loss of calcium and phosphate.  Contrary to traditional dental beliefs, fluoride does NOT rebuild or remineralize teeth.  Topically-applied fluoride (either in toothpastes or in gels applied during a professional cleaning) binds to the outside of enamel, creating an acid-resistant barrier.  While topical fluoride does provide a level of protection, it exacerbates weakening of enamel walls in the long run because fluoride also blocks new mineral absorption.  Meetinghouse Dental Care prefers to address the foundation of oral health (salivary pH balance), along with multiple other factors, when remineralizing teeth.

 

Fluoride History

Historically, dentists have promoted fluoride to strengthen tooth enamel damaged by acids.  Acidic erosion is, however, an outdated theory. The truth is more complex. Current research indicates decay prevention actually involves multiple issues such as excess dietary sugar and phytic acid, insufficient mineral intake, imbalanced salivary pH, deficiency of fat-soluble vitamins, and an incorrect internal dentition flow.  

Decay is not caused by a fluoride deficiency.  

 

How Fluoride Works

Topicallyapplied fluoride in toothpastes or in professional fluoride varnishes/gels binds to calcium in the saliva, displacing the phosphate mineral normally found in a healthy enamel wall (hydroxyapatite), and forms a new structure on the outsideof the teeth (fluoroapatite).  The fluoride shell creates a temporary, acid-resistant barrier to “protect” the teeth. While the fluoride shell may sound beneficial, it is like putting a false fingernail overtop of a damaged nail instead of addressing the actual problem.  Fluoride does not heal or remineralize enamel.  On the contrary, the fluoride force field prevents absorption of minerals, making enamel weaker and more susceptible to decay in the long run. 

 

Fluoride (Topical vs Systemic)

Topically applied fluoride will decrease sensitivity from hot and cold. It will also poison invading oral bacteria (beneficial bacteria as well as decay-causing bacteria) for 30 minutes after application, temporarily stopping harmful acid production. The effect is severely limited though; after 30 minutes, new bacteria of all types repopulate the oral environment. 

Systemic fluoride after ingesting (either by accident from toothpastes and professional tray applications, on purpose through prescribed drops and tablets, or without consent through treated public drinking water and processed drinks and foods) does not protect tooth enamel in any way. 

Despite claims to the contrary, no study has ever proven that ingesting fluoride has a beneficial effect on teeth. 

 

Ingested Fluoride is a Poison

Labeling on every toothpaste tube cautions against swallowing.

Every fluoridated brand advises you to call poison control if toothpaste is ingested. 

Can your children brush without swallowing?  Can you?  What about fluoride tray treatment in a dental office?  Can they avoid swallowing in the dental chair?  Even if your hygienist is diligent with the suction straw, research shows that the small fluoride molecule is absorbed readily into gums, oral tissues, and under the tongue (one of the most sensitive areas for nutrient absorption and uptake into the bloodstream) during tray application. 

Fluoride pills are prescribed both preventively and to those with high incidences of decay.  Fluoride is also added to our drinking water and our foods/beverages without our consent, purportedly to protect against cavities.  Despite claims to the contrary, NO study has ever proven ingesting fluoride has a beneficial effect on teeth. 

If a tiny amount in toothpaste cannot be swallowed without calling poison control, why is it safe to take a fluoride tablet, to drink fluoridated water and beverages, or to consume fluoride in processed food?  

How can regulatory agencies possibly know how much water, beverages, and processed food we ingest each day and, consequently, what dosage of fluoride we each actually consume? 

(Watch Fluoride Gate on You-Tube, or visit www.FluorideAlert.com.) 

  

Fluoride Facts

Fluoride is NOT a nutrient.  Rather, fluoride is the strongest electro-negative element in the periodic table.  Its propensity to disrupt hydrogen bonds means that ingested fluoride breaks up DNA in the body and inhibits the DNA repair enzyme.  It disrupts endocrine function and displaces iodine, adversely affecting thyroid function.  Fluoride is a potent neurotoxin, crossing blood brain barrier and calcifying the pineal gland.

The FDA classifies fluoride with lead and mercury as a xenobiotic (foreign chemical substance). 

Fluoride has NEVER been approved by the FDA.

In 1975 the FDA actually rejected an application for fluoride vitamins (still prescribed by dentists today) and directed the manufacturing company to stop selling the tablets because “there is no substantial evidence of drug effectiveness as prescribed, recommended, or suggested in its labeling.”