Regulators weigh evidence about benefits and risks, and policy shifts reflect how science, practice, and public priorities evolve. For parents and caregivers, the key questions are practical: who should take supplements, how should doses be measured, and what alternatives exist for children at higher risk of cavities. That mix of science and practicality is where clinicians, communities, and policymakers meet to shape safer, more equitable care.
This conversation also connects to broader ideas about human potential and inclusion. Access to preventive care early in life influences long-term learning and opportunity, and decisions about chemical use in public health affect different groups in different ways. Follow the full article to see the regulatory details and how they may influence guidance for families, clinics, and schools as we think about supporting healthy development for all children.
The Food and Drug Administration on Friday moved to limit the use of fluoride supplements used to strengthen children’s teeth, the latest action by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and his deputies against a chemical that is a mainstay of dental care. The FDA said that…