Fluoride in Diet
Alternate Names : Diet - Fluoride
Fluoride in Diet: Side Effects
Fluoride deficiency may appear in the form of increased cavities and unstable bones and teeth.
When there is a high amount of fluoride in the drinking water, a problem called chronic dental fluorosis can occur. The tooth enamel becomes dull and unglazed with some pitting (mottled enamel). At very high concentrations (over 2.5 parts per million) dark brown stains appear on the teeth. Although unsightly, these teeth rarely have any cavities.
In addition, high fluoride intake (20-80 milligrams per day) over a period of many years can cause skeletal fluorosis, which causes the bones to be chalky and brittle.
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