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Latent fluorides: report of case
J R Jasmin1, N Ionesco-Benaiche, M Muller
1Pedodontics Department, Dental Faculty, Nice, France.
ASDC Journal of Dentistry for Children
|May 1, 1995
Summary
Long-term exposure to high fluoride levels in mineral water can harm children's teeth. This study highlights the need for clear labeling on drinks exceeding 1 ppm fluoride.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Public Health
- Toxicology
Background:
- Fluoride is essential for dental health, but excessive intake can be detrimental.
- Optimal fluoride levels in drinking water are typically around 0.7 ppm.
- High-fluoride mineral water consumption can lead to adverse dental effects.
Observation:
- Two children, aged 3 and 4, consumed highly fluoridated mineral water long-term.
- Clinical examinations and Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) were used to assess dental effects.
- Dental fluorosis was observed, indicating adverse effects of excessive fluoride exposure.
Findings:
- Long-term ingestion of fluoride above optimal levels caused harmful effects on children's teeth.
- SEM analysis provided detailed evidence of enamel damage.
- The study identified a link between high-fluoride water consumption and dental abnormalities.
Implications:
- There is a need for explicit labeling of beverages containing fluoride above 1 ppm.
- Public health recommendations regarding safe fluoride intake levels may need re-evaluation.
- Further research into the long-term effects of varying fluoride concentrations in beverages is warranted.
