fluoride supplementation

How Do I Give My Baby Fluoride?

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How Do I Give My Baby Fluoride? Q: When should my child start using fluoride toothpaste? A: The AAP recommends using a “smear” of fluoride toothpaste twice a day when the first tooth appears and until age 3. Once your child has turned 3, a pea-sized amount of fluoride toothpaste can be used. When can

Is Fluoride An Essential Nutrient?

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Is Fluoride An Essential Nutrient? Fluorine is not considered to be an essential nutrient, but the importance of fluorides for preventing tooth decay is well-recognized, although the effect is predominantly topical. What happens if you lack fluoride? Fluoride deficiency can cause tooth and bone weakness. In the body, most fluoride is contained in bones and