When it comes to some of the more "crunchy mama" things I've chosen to speak out about (like supporting natural birthing practices, drinking raw milk, and being pro-choice when it comes to vaccinating kids), skipping fluoride and using more natural methods to keep my kids teeth healthy and cavity-free is another one I ...
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Saying No To Fluoride? How To Tell Your Dentist
When you decide to take a stance on something people are going to want to know why... especially if your stance differs from the mainstream choice or is controversial. This is especially true when you decide to opt out of using fluoride in your family, but how do you tell your dentist "no" to fluoride when they ask? ...
How To Keep Your Kids Teeth Clean & Healthy Without Fluoride
So you've decided to skip using fluoride with your kiddos because of its toxic effects on the body. Good for you, mama! Perhaps you feel good about that decision, but up until this point, you've been relying on fluoride to strengthen your child's teeth and prevent cavities from forming. So, where do you go from ...
5 Questions You May Be Wondering About Fluoride
Did you know that, as of 2011, the US was one of 11 countries that added fluoride to the majority of the drinking water they offer to the public? Eleven countries. Eleven of the 196 countries in the world today, 105 of which are considered "developed countries." Eleven. Thankfully, that number is decreasing. In ...