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Fluoride curious? Although fluoridated water and toothpaste have been around for years, recent public discussions regarding safety concerns may be confusing. In this episode, we will discuss why fluoride is important for healthy teeth, especially for children. How effective is fluoride? Can a child ingest too much? Does fluoride have any side effects? Does it affect IQ? Listen as we talk about these questions and more.

This episode written by Drs. Dean Blumberg and Lena van der List. It originally aired on 2/14/25.

Additional resources:
Fluoride for Children - Parent FAQ: https://www.healthychildren.org/Engli...
CDC - About Community Water Fluoridation: https://www.cdc.gov/fluoridation/abou...
CDC - My Water's Fluoride: https://nccd.cdc.gov/DOH_MWF/default/...
Fluoride Varnish - What Parents Need to Know: https://www.healthychildren.org/Engli...

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0:00 Intro and topics
1:14 Why is fluoride important for children?
2:49 Fluoride in tap water
5:18 Could a child be exposed to too much fluoride?
6:34 How can you prevent too much fluoride?
7:43 Can fluoride affect a child's IQ?
9:13 Fluoride varnish benefits for kids
9:55 Fluoride for infants - What you should know
10:48 Is fluoride in water safe for kids?
11:33 Conclusion

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