Fluorige Research Paper

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Fluoridation of Public Water Supplies Lisa M Sauvan Troy University Abstract This paper will evaluate the arguments, both for and against the fluorination of the public water supply. Amongst the discussion will be the history as to why fluorination of city water began, what benefits were intended to come from it, and how these benefits were to be tested. Finally, an analysis of how the human body metabolizes fluoride, as well as signs and symptoms of both toxicity and deficiency will be provided in support of derived conclusions. Fluoridation of Public Water Supplies Since the discovery of fluoride in the early 1900s, major and smaller cities alike around the United States have been adding fluoride to the public water supply. This has been done in an effort to reduce dental carries in the population and improve overall oral hygiene. Almost as long as fluoride has been added to public water, the argument against doing so has existed. The intent of this paper is to discuss both sides of the debate, in addition to a brief history and purpose of fluoride. History of Fluoride The history of fluoride being used for dental carries (cavities) and oral hygiene can traced back to Colorado Springs, Colorado. There, in 1901, Dr. Frederick McKay, D.D.S., opened a dental practice. He…show more content…
Ingestion can occur though fluids, foods produced with liquid high in fluoride content, fluoride supplements or salts, or through swallowing fluoride infused toothpastes and dental treatments. The visible result is the brown staining of the teeth that Dr. McKay discovered in Colorado, along with pitting. While the staining may be unsightly to look at, it is just a cosmetic outcome. The teeth actually become stronger and less susceptible to

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