Fluoride in water has been a hot topic for over a century. It all started when scientists noticed that people in certain areas had fewer tooth problems. They found that these areas had fluoride in the water. Adding a little fluoride to water can prevent tooth decay, but it's not that simple. Some people worry that it might lower kids' IQ. A recent study looked at man...

All-solid-state fluoride-ion batteries (FIBs) are being heavily researched for the future of energy storage. One particular cathode material, Cu3N, transforms the game by offering plenty of spaces for fluorine ions to move around. This means more electrons can be transferred, making it a high-capacity candidate. Scientists found that both Cu and N play a crucial role...

Fluoride in water has been a hot topic lately, especially with the appointment of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , who thinks we should remove it from our water. In the US, most cities decide on their own fluoride doses, usually around 0. 7 milligrams per liter. About 63% of Americans drink fluoridated water, and some even have naturally higher fluoride levels in their water....

Imagine turning waste plastic bottles into a powerful tool to clean up polluted water! That's what scientists did in a fascinating study. They took recycled polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottles and transformed them into something called expanded graphite (EG). This new material was tested using various tools like FTIR, XRF, and XRD to understand its structure. Th...

Did you know that some dentists think using a special light could make silver diamine fluoride (SDF) even better at stopping cavities? That's what a recent study wanted to find out. They talked to dental professionals to understand their thoughts on using SDF with or without this light. The goal was to figure out what makes it easier or harder for dentists to use SDF...

In Lebanon, Oregon, a community of about 20, 000 people has been caught up in a big debate over fluoride in their water. Some people believe fluoride helps keep teeth healthy, but others think it's harmful. Recently, they voted to stop putting fluoride in their water. This isn't just happening in Lebanon, though. More Americans are questioning fluoride in their water...

Imagine a city that decided to stop adding fluoride to its water. What would happen? Let's look at Juneau, Alaska, which did just that in 2007. In a study published in 2018, researchers found that kids who grew up after the ban had more cavities and needed more dental treatments. This led to a 73% increase in dental care costs for teens, even after adjusting for infl...

Bill Nye, the famous engineer and TV personality, has criticized Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for his controversial plan to eliminate fluoride from the nation’s drinking water. "I think he's lost his way, " Nye commented recently. Kennedy, nominated for the secretary of health and human services position, believes fluoride, which he calls an "industrial waste, " causes heal...

Shares in dental supply company Henry Schein shot up on Monday, with investors anticipating changes in public health policies under a potential new administration. The move was sparked by the appointment of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as a contender for the Health and Human Services role. Kennedy's previous stance against fluoride in water has led investors to believe that...

Everybody’s been buzzing about RFK Jr. ’s appointment as the new head of the Department of Health and Human Services. While some applaud his plans to make America healthier, many experts are worried. He’s calling for big changes like overhauling our food system, reassessing fluoride in water, and even reviewing vaccine studies. But critics say these ideas might put p...