Benefits of Fluoride on Teeth Health
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27 September 2012
CHM 4070 Historical Perspectives
Paper 1- Group 2
Fluorides: A Benefit to Teeth Health
Fluoridating water is a highly debated topic in almost every county in the United States. Since 1945, fluoride has been added to city tap water for the benefit of dental health. Studies show that this addition to drinking water decreases the chances of dental cavities and provides this health service for lower income people who may not otherwise be able to afford and maintain their dental health. Many states require that the tap water in every county must be checked and maintained daily. Even though all these benefits are present with full support and endorsement from dental doctors and health professionals, some counties are still uncertain about fluoridating water. They believe that since fluoride is toxic to the human body in large doses, the substance is not safe in any amount for human consumption. Although some counties have successfully banned fluoride from their tap water, their reasons for doing so are unfounded and a detriment to their people 's health. Safety and longevity is everyone 's goal, therefore, fluoride in tap water is beneficial to every person 's health.
Teeth health is very important to the well-being of humans. When the health of teeth fails, problems ensue in the rest of the body. Pain, heart and respiratory problems, and osteoporosis are some of the problems endured due to improper maintenance of teeth. Studies from the World Health Organization (WHO) reveal that “dental carries remain a major public health problem in most industrialized countries, affecting 60-90% of school children and vast majorities of adults” (Peterson, 319). Since so many people are affected by dental carries, many people are also susceptible to the more severe health defects that tooth decay contributes to. The WHO also stresses that the community if responsible for educating themselves and others about the importance of limiting sugar
27 September 2012
CHM 4070 Historical Perspectives
Paper 1- Group 2
Fluorides: A Benefit to Teeth Health
Fluoridating water is a highly debated topic in almost every county in the United States. Since 1945, fluoride has been added to city tap water for the benefit of dental health. Studies show that this addition to drinking water decreases the chances of dental cavities and provides this health service for lower income people who may not otherwise be able to afford and maintain their dental health. Many states require that the tap water in every county must be checked and maintained daily. Even though all these benefits are present with full support and endorsement from dental doctors and health professionals, some counties are still uncertain about fluoridating water. They believe that since fluoride is toxic to the human body in large doses, the substance is not safe in any amount for human consumption. Although some counties have successfully banned fluoride from their tap water, their reasons for doing so are unfounded and a detriment to their people 's health. Safety and longevity is everyone 's goal, therefore, fluoride in tap water is beneficial to every person 's health.
Teeth health is very important to the well-being of humans. When the health of teeth fails, problems ensue in the rest of the body. Pain, heart and respiratory problems, and osteoporosis are some of the problems endured due to improper maintenance of teeth. Studies from the World Health Organization (WHO) reveal that “dental carries remain a major public health problem in most industrialized countries, affecting 60-90% of school children and vast majorities of adults” (Peterson, 319). Since so many people are affected by dental carries, many people are also susceptible to the more severe health defects that tooth decay contributes to. The WHO also stresses that the community if responsible for educating themselves and others about the importance of limiting sugar
Bibliography: Sept. 2012. Fluoridation of water, although supported by many health professionals, is starting to have bad reputation with the public "Drinking Water Contaminants." Environmental Protection Agency. N.p., n.d. Web. 20 Sept. 2012 "Fluoride." Pinellas County Utilities. N.p., Oct. 2011. Web. 20 Sept. 2012. <http://www.pinellascounty.org/utilities/fluoridation.htm>. Epidemiology (2004) 319-21. Wiley. Web. 20 Sept. 2012.