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Fluoride in Drinking Water: Why Is There Controversy? - Frankly Speaking Ep 419

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Overview: Water fluoridation has been an area of periodic controversy since it was first introduced in the 1950s. This episode dives into recent reports on the benefits and potential impacts of water fluoridation on children’s IQ. Gain valuable insights and feel prepared when addressing patient questions about this topic.

Episode resource links:

  • Taylor KW, Eftim SE, Sibrizzi CA, et al. Fluoride Exposure and Children’s IQ Scores: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. JAMA Pediatr. Published online January 06, 2025. 
  • Iheozor-Ejiofor Z, Walsh T, Lewis SR, Riley P, Boyers D, Clarkson JE, Worthington HV, Glenny AM, O'Malley L. Water fluoridation for the prevention of dental caries. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2024 Oct 4;10(10):CD010856. 
  • Schluter PJ, Hobbs M, Atkins H, Mattingley B, Lee M. Association Between Community Water Fluoridation and Severe Dental Caries Experience in 4-Year-Old New Zealand Children. JAMA Pediatr. 2020 Oct 1;174(10):969-976

    • Guest: Alan M. Ehrlich, MD, FAAFP

     
    Music Credit: Matthew Bugos

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