Posted by mattdds on September 26, 2003, at 17:19:28
In reply to Fluoride, posted by bobabuoy on September 26, 2003, at 12:54:40
Hi,
I've never heard of any good evidence that fluoride, even in high concentrations, is associated with psychiatric symptoms. I'd be curious to see any such evidence, as I always try to keep an open mind.
All the claims I've seen connecting fluoride with (insert disease), have tended to be hyperbolic and not based on real hard evidence. You can find similarly spectacular claims about dental amalgam (silver fillings).
Of course, I suppose I could be (am likely?) biased, due to my training. I'm a 4th year dental student.
You probably used Prevident, which is 1.1% fluoride. Quite high. This stuff is amazing in terms of remineralizing small caries.
Assuming you are not swallowing the gel, and you are using it as directed, I doubt your low mood had anything to do with the toothpaste.
I would do an experiment. Continue to use the Prevident and see if the bad mood continues.
Of course, if you hold a belief that fluoride is causing your problems, this could become a self-fulfilling prophecy, and the experiment would backfire. So, in a sense, your *beliefs* regarding fluoride, rather than the fluoride itself, could be the problem.
I am betting that if you continue to use it, your moods will eventually go back to however they were before you started using Prevident.
Anyway, sorry you're having a tough time. Hope you feel better! If nothing else, we do know that fluoride is very good for your teeth!
Best,
Matt
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