Water Fluoridation Flashcards
1
Q
when did US Public Health make a recommendation for water fluoridation?
A
around 1962
2
Q
recommended rage of ppm for fluoride
A
0.7-1.2 ppm
3
Q
very mild to severe fluorosis in 1967-1980 VS 1981-1996
A
22.8% vs 32%
4
Q
universal fluoride ppm recommendation
A
0.7 ppm
5
Q
EPA maximum for adverse health for fluoride
A
4ppm
6
Q
EPA secondary maximum for esthetics (fluorosis) for fluoride
A
2ppm
7
Q
what does fluoride do?
A
- reduces enamel solubility
- promotes remineralization
- higher levels inhibit growth of cariogenic organisms
8
Q
primary method of fluoride
A
topical, even when given systemically
9
Q
CDC recommends using ______ distilled, deionized, or purified water for reconstitution for 0-12 month bottle use
A
some of the time
10
Q
1 ppm = __ mg/L
A
1 mg/L
11
Q
does the ADA currently recommend for high risk children age 0-6 a dose for fluoride drinking water exposure?
A
no (see slide 27 in water fluoridation module)
