fluoride in water causes dental fluorosis. But how exactly? This was not known till now. Scientists from Japan and usa have identified the molecule in the cell that makes one susceptible to fluorosis. They hope their findings would lead to a drug for the ailment that has no cure. It will also benefit those suffering from dental caries and damaged enamel.
Millions of people, who drink water with high fluoride levels, are at risk of fluorosis. Excessive fluoride in drinking water weakens bones and discolours teeth. The symptom
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[1] http://admin.indiaenvironmentportal.org.in/news/beyond-teething-stage
[2] http://admin.indiaenvironmentportal.org.in/category/newspaper/down-earth
[3] http://admin.indiaenvironmentportal.org.in/category/thesaurus/fluoride
[4] http://admin.indiaenvironmentportal.org.in/category/thesaurus/drinking-water-standards
[5] http://admin.indiaenvironmentportal.org.in/category/thesaurus/health
[6] http://admin.indiaenvironmentportal.org.in/category/thesaurus/oral-health
[7] http://admin.indiaenvironmentportal.org.in/category/thesaurus/japan
[8] http://admin.indiaenvironmentportal.org.in/category/thesaurus/united-states-america-us
