Fluoride drops
January 3rd, 2007 Posted by: Dr. Cox
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QUESTION:
Fluoride Supplements
We just had a prescription for fluoride drops filled for our 9 month old son. On the prescription label it said to avoid dairy products when giving this medication - why?
ANSWER:
The ingestion of fluoride (actually sodium fluoride) during the period of tooth development can significantly reduce the amount of dental decay. Sodium fluoride either given by mouth or applied top