Preschoolers may face an increased risk of tooth decay from certain factors, including extended breastfeeding, which was linked to more than double the odds of having early childhood caries (ECC), according to a study published in BMC Pediatrics. Also, parents’ irregular toothbrushing habits and maternal smoking may affect early caries development, the authors wrote. “Irregular […]
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No fluoride or expensive implants—tooth regeneration finds an unexpected ally in sheep wool keratin
The keratin from sheep wool could be just what we need to repair dental enamel and prevent cavities. Yes, that same protein that is part of our hair or our nails could also help rebuild teeth. And the best part: in an ecological, cheap and quite effective way. We know it is strange, but we […]
Residents Speak Out on Clinics and Fluoride
St. Clair County’s Health Board heard hours of public comment Wednesday as residents voiced concern over closing school-based clinics in Yale, Algonac, and Capac and consolidating services to Port Huron. Many warned families without transportation could lose access to care, including vaccines and HIV testing. Fluoride in tap water also sparked debate, with supporters saying […]
Fluoride and Girls’ Sports at Pueblo Candidate Forum
Long considered a Democratic stronghold, Pueblo Republicans have been making gains in recent years, winning down-ballot municipal and county races, while turning Colorado Senate District 3 into one of next year’s most contested statehouse seats. This week, Pueblo Republicans gathered at the Lamb Library to hear from candidates for District 60 Board of Education, Pueblo […]
Amino acid may fight caries better than fluoride
Depending on its concentration, amino acid arginine toothpaste may reduce active caries in children better than dentifrices containing sodium fluoride, according to the International Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research (IADR). A randomized clinical trial of 6,000 children ages 10 to 14 with two or more active caries lesions was conducted by researchers at […]
Molena citizens to decide whether or not flouride is added in November election
At the Aug. 11 Molena City Council meeting, members discussed a petition signed by residents to add fluoride to the city’s water. Molena currently serves approximately 172 water customers through its municipal water system.A petition regarding the addition of fluoride to the drinking water received around 30 signatures with 18 verified as qualified voters who […]
Washington state considers future of fluoride in community water
The Washington State Department of Health has been discussing the benefits and risks of fluoride in community water, a topic that has sparked debate since the 1940s. This conversation has resurfaced for planning purposes in case the federal government decides to ban fluoride. Scientific evidence suggests fluoride is vital for oral health, though concerns about […]
Red Lion Municipal Authority seeks public input on whether to keep fluoride in its water supply
RED LION, Pa. — Note: The video is from May 12. The Red Lion Municipal Authority in York County said it is considering removing fluoride in the drinking water it supplies, and has launched an online survey to solicit feedback from the community. According to the authority’s 2024 annual water quality report, the most recent year […]
Tellico Areas Service System to remove fluoride from Monroe, Loudon County area water supplies
TELLICO VILLAGE, Tenn. (WVLT) – Wednesday, the board for Tellico Areas Service System voted to remove fluoride from the system’s water supply. This came after a public meeting that gave citizens a chance to voice their thoughts on the topic, with many supporting and many against the idea of removing fluoriode. One of the main […]
Laredo City Council tables fluoride plan, citing adequate levels
A request by District III Councilmember Melissa Cigarroa to add fluoride to the city’s public drinking water was discussed but ultimately tabled for a future meeting. Cigarroa proposed adding fluoride to the city’s drinking water to improve dental hygiene for children and adults. A presentation by city of Laredo Water Utilities Director Tareq Al-Zabet showed […]