Wiki Page, Community Fluoridation: Module 1 - Fluoridation Introduction Part 1

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Introducing Community Fluoridation

In Module 1 the discussion of community fluoridation begins with what is fluoride and its natural sources. The goal of this module is to allow participants to be able to carry out an informed discussion about fluoride and its uses.

Fluoride occurs naturally. The primary source of natural fluoride is from minerals and is found in the ground. Water passes over rock formations and dissolves some of the fluoride compounds into the water.

Next fluoride interactions with teeth and bones are discussed. This discussion includes a definition of cavities and how fluoride works with respect to dental health.

Later in the module includes a discussion of the recommended fluoride concentrations in the human diet and then specifically in drinking water. Information for this module is illustrated below and is intended to provide participants with interpretation of terminology and data used to explain fluoridation and the roles of various entities such as Departments of Public Health as well as the Centers for Disease Control (CDC).

The Public Health Service recommends a fluoride concentration of 0.7 mg/L to be added to community water systems to maintain cavity prevention benefits and to reduce the risk of fluorosis (cosmetic condition caused by over fluoridation in children under eight).

Now, it's time for a quiz! Click next at the bottom for Module 1 - Quiz 1.