Re:Don't rinse with water straight after toothbrushing
by noname120 on Friday January 24, 2020 @08:01PM
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Do you have more information on this? I thought that fluoride was toxic and thus shouldn't be swallowed. Are the quantities too small to harm you yet sufficient to prevent the formation of caries?
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Re:Don't rinse with water straight after toothbrushing
by crooked-v on Friday January 24, 2020 @08:17PM
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Water fluoridation rates are well under dangerous levels - about 0.7 mg/L for artificially fluoridated water, vs 2+ mg/L long-term to actually cause any problems. Even that small amount helps with reducing tooth decay, as was shown in the US in studies starting in the 50s comparing areas with naturally fluoridated water with areas without it.
Re:Don't rinse with water straight after toothbrushing
by heavyset_go on Friday January 24, 2020 @08:07PM
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It's significant enough to prevent some tooth decay, but insignificant when it comes to toxicity.
Re:Don't rinse with water straight after toothbrushing
by SquareWheel on Friday January 24, 2020 @08:06PM
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It is a small amount. It helps, but is not enough to completely prevent cavities. You still need to brush your teeth like normal.