Fluoride Recommendations Lowered
For the first time in 50 years, the U.S. has lowered the recommended fluoride recommendations. As a pediatric dentist focused on prevention, here is a quick run down and my opinion: The old guidelines: 0.7 ppm to 1.2 ppm depending on the average temperature. (ppm stands for parts per million) The thought process was those living in […]
Why Frequency is More Important Than Moderation
For the first time in 50 years, the U.S. has lowered the recommended fluoride recommendations. As a pediatric dentist focused on prevention, here is a quick run down and my opinion: The old guidelines: 0.7 ppm to 1.2 ppm depending on the average temperature. (ppm stands for parts per million) The thought process was those living in […]
