FDA Targets Fluoride Supplements for Kids
The United States Food and Drug Administration has announced plans to pull fluoride drops and tablets for children off the market, citing potential health risks like. Oral health professionals warn this move could put caries-prone kids at greater risk, especially in communities without fluoridated water.
In a controversial move, the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced it will begin phasing out prescription fluoride supplements for children, such as drops and tablets, citing concerns over systemic exposure. The agency claims ingested fluoride may harm the gut microbiome, disrupt thyroid function, lead to weight gain, and possibly lower IQ in children. While the FDA says its evaluation will conclude by October 31, the move is already drawing fierce criticism from dental professionals.
The American Dental Association continues to endorse fluoride for caries prevention, while FDA Commissioner Marty Makary, MD, emphasized the importance of daily oral hygiene and reducing consumption of fermentable carbohydrates. Critics, including Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., have long labeled fluoride dangerous, calling its removal “long overdue.” Several states, including Utah and Florida, have recently banned fluoride in public water. Click here to read more.
