Dentist debunks myth about fluoride in toothpaste
Researcher and dentist Ilze Maldupa explains that advice to avoid fluoride toothpaste is mistaken — fluoride actually protects teeth from decay and its use is strongly recommended.
Various beliefs and even myths circulate about the best way to care for teeth and keep them healthy for as long as possible. One of the most common pieces of advice is to avoid toothpaste containing fluoride, as some people consider the ingredient harmful or unnecessary.
However, this assumption is mistaken, says researcher and dentist Ilze Maldupa. According to her, fluoride can effectively protect tooth enamel from decay and the formation of cavities. For this reason, toothpaste containing fluoride should not be avoided — on the contrary, its use is strongly recommended as part of daily dental hygiene.
Maldupa points out that doubts about the safety of fluoride are often based not on scientific evidence but on widespread misunderstandings and rumors. This means that when choosing suitable toothpaste, people should rely on the professional opinion of dentists and researchers rather than on unverified information circulating in society.
The specialist encourages consumers to critically evaluate various pieces of dental care advice and to consult dental professionals before making decisions, in order to choose the most appropriate oral hygiene products for their needs.
