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Fluoride

Does your child need fluoride supplementation?

The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends fluoride supplementation for children 6 months old to 16 years old whose intake of fluoride is inadequate. Your child may be at risk if:

It is important to realize that "city water" (i.e. you receive a bill for the water) in our community contains adequate fluoride.  Typical filters in the refrigerator do not remove fluoride from the water.

As fluoride supplementation requires a prescription, talk to your practitioner if you think your child may be at risk for inadequate fluoride intake or if you have other questions or concerns.