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Fluoride - Basics |
Ionized form of fluorine Ability to prevent dental carriers |
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Fluoride - Functions |
Bones & teeth contain 99% of body's flouride Supports mineralization of bones and teeth promoting deposition of calcium and phosphorous When food leves mouth, remineralization begins Inhibits bacterial activity in dental plaques. Plays major role in preventing bone loss |
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Fluoride - Absorption |
Body absorbs almost all fluoride in h2o Bioavailability of fluoride in food ranges betw 50-80% Excreted mainly in urine |
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Fluoride - RDA |
AI = Men: 4 mg/day Women: 3 mg/day Infant: 0.1 mg/day 6-12 months: 0.5 mg/day |
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Fluoride - Sources |
Water EPA requires public drinking water systems to remove excess fluoride so it does not exceed 4 mg per L |
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Fluorosis |
Mottled discoloration and pitting of tooth enamel caused by prolonged ingestion of excess fluoride |
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Fluoride - Deficiency |
Increases risk of dental carriers Hamper integrity of bone |
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Fluoride - Toxicity |
Can cause Fluorosis UL = 10 mg/day |
