In addition to the overwhelming majority of
national and
international science and health organizations and the
Health Agencies
of all 50 states, a number of respected health insurance companies also agree
with the scientific consensus that community water fluoridation (CWF) is a safe
and effective public health measure for reducing the risk of dental decay.
I have never found a rational reason why any health insurance
company would support a public health measure that was actually dangerous,
lowered IQ and caused an increased risk of dental fluorosis or was a cause of
arthritis, bone fracture, cancer, cardiovascular
disease, diabetes, GI effects, hypersensitivity, kidney disease, male fertility
and pineal gland issues, skeletal fluorosis orthyroid disease? (http://fluoridealert.org/issues/health/)
I can’t imagine a scenario where, if any of the anti-F claims about
health damage from drinking optimally fluoridated water had any validity, the
following health insurance companies would support CWF.
Also, I am aware of no health insurance company that endorses the anti-F
opinions.
“Fluoride is a substance that
strengthens tooth enamel, which helps prevent dental cavities.
Fluoride is used
to prevent tooth decay in people whose drinking water contains low levels of
fluoride (less than 0.6 parts per million).”
“Studies
show a reduction in tooth decay in children if fluoride is added to or is
found naturally in a community's water supply.”
Delta Dental - The nation's leading provider for dental
insurance:
“Oral health prevention to
create healthy smiles is foundational to many of Delta Dental’s community
benefit efforts. In 2018, more than 4.5 million individuals were served by the
Delta Dental companies’ dental prevention initiatives, including community water
fluoridation, school sealant programs, screenings and in-office fluoride
treatments.”
“Research
shows fluoride strengthens tooth enamel, which helps protect your teeth from
decay. It also combats acids in your mouth that can cause cavities. Fluoride can
even rebuild the surface of your teeth in the early stages of tooth decay.
Because teeth benefit from consistent exposure to fluoride, approximately 75% of
the U.S. population on public water systems benefits from regular access to
fluoridated tap water, which has led to a dramatic decline in tooth decay. By
reducing cavities in children and adults, fluoridation has helped save families
and the U.S. health care system billions of dollars.”
Humana
– lists benefits of
fluoride treatments:
“Fluoride
is a mineral that can be found naturally in food and water. Fluoride treatments
help strengthen tooth enamel and repair any holes in it by replacing the
nutrients that are lost over time. After your teeth have been exposed to
fluoride, they tend to become more resistant to acid, making it less likely that
they will decay in the future.
What are the benefits of fluoride? Fluoride's
primary benefit is that it helps prevent tooth decay. It can also reverse
erosion that has already taken place. If plaque forms on the teeth and eats away
at the enamel, fluoride treatments can replace the minerals in the enamel that
have eroded. This allows teeth to remain healthy.”
The Resources section has a link to the
American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) which supports community
water fluoridation.
“Studies show a reduction in
tooth decay in children if fluoride is added to or is found naturally in a
community's water supply.”
“The water that comes to your
tap may also contain small quantities of beneficial substances, such as
chlorine, which helps keep your water safe from germs; and fluoride, which helps
prevent tooth decay.”
“Fluoride
is nature’s cavity fighter and was first added to drinking water more than
60 years
ago. More and more
communities, however, are electing to forego fluoridated water.
Your dentist will
know if your local water supply offers adequate fluoride for your particular
needs or if you
should rely on fluoride pastes and mouthwash.”