For decades, fluoride has been recommended to help prevent cavities, especially through community water supplies. However, recent research suggests we need to reconsider fluoride exposure, particularly for pregnant women and infants. At the International Academy of...
Fluoride & Fluoridation
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Exploring the Link Between Fluoride and Whole-Body Health Risks
At the International Academy of Biological Dentistry and Medicine (IABDM), our mission is to support dental professionals in providing safe, science-based care. A core focus of biological dentistry is understanding how everyday exposures, like fluoride, can affect...
What Every Dental Professional Should Know About Fluoride Alternatives in Toothpaste
As dental care professionals, we often rely on fluoride toothpaste to protect our patients' teeth. Fluoride has long been the standard recommendation because it strengthens tooth enamel and helps prevent cavities. But what if there was an equally effective alternative...
Understanding Health Risks of Fluoride Exposure During Pregnancy and Infancy
For more than 75 years, fluoride in community water has been promoted by health authorities as a tool for cavity prevention. However, recent studies suggest caution is needed when recommending fluoride exposure for pregnant women and infants. At the International...
Understanding the Benefits and Risks of Fluoride in Toothpaste
Fluoride's role in toothpaste is a topic that elicits wide-ranging views. The International Academy of Biological Dentistry and Medicine seeks to shed light on this safety concern, keeping in mind recent research findings. A notable study was released in May...
Rethinking Oral Hygiene with a Safer Alternative to Fluoride
When it comes to oral hygiene, the incorporation of fluoride toothpaste has been a popular choice. Despite recurring debates based on its safety, fluoride continues to rule dental prescriptions. However, biological dentistry now suggests a healthier alternative with...
Why Reducing Water Fluoridation Sources Is Crucial for Public Health
At the International Academy of Biological Dentistry and Medicine, we're committed to promoting a thorough understanding of all facets of dental health, including the risks associated with water fluoridation. Exposure to fluoride occurs in several ways, such as...
Landmark Legal Decision Calls for EPA Action on Fluoridation Health Risks
Biological dentistry has always emphasized the careful use of substances to minimize health risks. Recently, a significant fluoride ruling exemplified this approach, demanding critical action from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Bringing an end...
Landmark Ruling Declares Fluoridated Water a Threat to Children’s IQ
A recent U.S. District Court ruling found that water fluoridation levels deemed “optimal” by the EPA actually poses an unreasonable risk of injury to Children’s IQ.
The Dangers of Tea & Fluoride
The video below was done by Courtney Mattingly, RDH, in completion of requirements to become an IABDM Certified Biological Hygienist. Congratulations, Courtney! Learn more about our certification programs. https://youtu.be/W2mtawdh2vI
Why Fluoride Doesn’t Have a Place in a Biological Dental Practice
The following article was written by Guylaine Lecours, RDHEF, in completion of requirements to become an IABDM Certified Biological Hygienist. Congratulations, Guylaine! Learn more about our certification programs. In biological dentistry, we strongly believe that...
Too Much Fluoride!: The Limits of Fluoridation
Fluoride is everywhere, from oral hygiene products to the water and other beverages you drink. Many of us are ingesting far too much. More, swallowing fluoride lacks significant benefit yet carries significant risks. In this presentation for the International Academy...












