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BENEFITS ALTERNATIVES
OVERDOSE DISEASES PUBLIC COST |
ALTERNATIVES Question
12. ADA's
Fluoridation Facts Short Answer ADA's
Fluoridation Facts Long Answer However, it has been consistently documented that reverse osmosis systems and distillation units remove significant amounts of fluoride from the water supply.16, 89 On the other hand, a recent study regarding water softeners confirmed earlier research indicating the water softening process caused no significant change in fluoride levels.90, 91 With water filters, the fluoride concentration remaining in the water depends on the type and quality of the filter being used, the status of the filter and the filter's age. Individuals who drink water processed by home water treatment systems as their primary source water could be losing the decay preventive effects of optimally fluoridated water available from their community water supply. Therefore, consumers should seek advice from their dentist about specific fluoride needs. Consumers using home water treatment systems should have their water tested at least annually to establish the fluoride level of the treated water. More frequent testing may be needed. Testing is available through local and state public health departments. Private laboratories may also offer testing for fluoride levels in water. Information regarding the existing level of fluoride in a community's public water system can be obtained by asking a local dentist, contacting your local or state health department, or contacting the local water supplier. Consumers should seek advice from their dentist about specific fluoride needs. Repeat
of Question 12. Opposition's Response The fluoride molecule is smaller than the water molecule, therefore, it cannot be removed by filtration —nly by distillation. Reverse osmosis, however, will remove 80 to 90% of the fluoride. ("Intake and Metabolism of Fluoride," G. Whitford, from Adv. Dental Research, 8 (1):5-14, June 1994.) |
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