Fluoride Under Fire: Risks, Realities and Safer Alternatives

Fluoride Under Fire: Risks, Realities and Safer Alternatives

3 CEUs 

Attend as Live Interactive Webinar or Attend at our School

Description:
With growing concerns over the safety of fluoride, new research and headlines are sparking debates about its impact on health. In this in-depth, two-hour presentation, we’ll explore the latest findings on fluoride’s potential risks, from neurological effects to thyroid health, and discuss why some communities are reconsidering its use.
We’ll also dive into fluoride-free alternatives for maintaining strong teeth and preventing cavities, including diet-based solutions, remineralization strategies, and cutting-edge dental innovations. Whether you’re a health-conscious individual, a parent, or a dental professional, this session will provide the knowledge you need to make informed decisions about oral health in today’s changing landscape.

 Objectives:
1. Understand the Risks of Fluoride – Examine the latest research on fluoride’s potential health effects, including neurological and thyroid concerns, and why its safety is being questioned.
2. Explore Fluoride-Free Alternatives – Learn about effective, science-backed alternatives for maintaining strong teeth and preventing cavities without fluoride.
3. Evaluate Policy and Public Health Trends – Discuss why some communities are reducing or eliminating fluoride use and what this means for public health and dental care.
4. Empower Informed Decision-Making – Provide attendees with the knowledge and practical strategies to make informed choices about fluoride and alternative oral health solutions.

Instructor:   Fran Horning BRDH, HIAOMT

Requirements to attend a live webinar:

Live webinars are considered live credits, not distance learning.

• You will need a smartphone, tablet, laptop or desktop computer to view it. If using a smartphone or tablet, it is best to have the app for the program on your device (i.e. Zoom).
• To verify your continued attendance during the class, you will need a microphone, or the ability to type into the program’s live chat.
• Webcam
• Instructors or school personnel will take attendance periodically throughout the class.
• Instructors may call on participants.
• To verify attendance, a code word may be given sometime during the class.
• You will be required to complete and return an evaluation after the course has ended. The evaluation may ask what code word was given.
• You may not receive your Certificate of Completion if we cannot verify your attendance.

Live webinar invitations are emailed to registered students approximately one day prior to the class.

Certificates of Completion are emailed to students approximately 5 business days after the course.

This program is for the full dental staff – no prior skills are needed to attend.

The teaching method will be in a lecture format with a Q & A period.