FDA’s New Fluoride Restrictions Risk Leaving American Children Vulnerable to Cavities

In a move that could unintentionally undermine the dental health of millions of American children, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has imposed new restrictions on fluoride supplements. This decision, driven by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., seeks to curb use in children under three and those without severe cavity risk, despite fluoride’s longstanding role in protecting young teeth. Does Caution Cross Into Neglect of Proven Dental Protections? Fluoride has been a cornerstone of America’s public health success story since the mid-20th century, safeguarding children's teeth against decay, particularly in communities lacking fluoridated water supplies. Yet now, citing "emerging...