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Should we use milk fluoridation? A review

R Mariño1

  • 1School of Dental Science, University of Melbourne, Australia.

Bulletin of the Pan American Health Organization
|December 1, 1995
PubMed
Summary

Milk fluoridation offers a viable alternative to water fluoridation, proving effective in preventing tooth decay. This review examines its benefits and addresses common criticisms regarding fluoride bioavailability and cost.

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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Dental Research
  • Nutritional Science

Background:

  • Water fluoridation is a common method for caries prevention.
  • Alternative methods are needed where water fluoridation is not feasible.
  • Milk fluoridation has been studied as a potential alternative.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate milk fluoridation as an alternative to water fluoridation.
  • To review the evidence on the effectiveness of milk fluoridation for caries prevention.
  • To address and analyze criticisms of milk fluoridation.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of studies on fluoride compounds with calcium-rich foods.
  • Analysis of clinical trials and laboratory experiments involving fluoridated milk.
  • Examination of evidence regarding fluoride bioavailability, cost, and efficacy.

Main Results:

  • Fluoridated milk has demonstrated effectiveness in preventing dental caries.
  • Evidence supports the efficacy of fluoride administration with calcium-rich foods.
  • Criticisms regarding bioavailability and cost are reviewed against available data.

Conclusions:

  • Milk fluoridation presents a practical and effective alternative to water fluoridation.
  • Further research may be needed to fully address all criticisms.
  • Public health initiatives can consider milk fluoridation where applicable.

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