Question 1

what are the signs of fluoride overdose?

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Sick or brown spots: Having too much topical Fluoride can make some throw up and that includes digesting fluoridated mouthwashes. If you have water from a well that has high Fluoride levels and are taking Fluoride containing vitamins (infants) then you could be getting too much Fluoride and develope brown spots on your teeth.  It is wise to try to have your water tested and watch the baby vitamins but necessary! earl.

Question 2

what is the definition or description of: fluoride overdose?

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Too much: Fluoride is fantastic in helping improve oral health and reduce cavities when used in very small quantities.  Too much, however, could kill you.  That said, however, it is unlikely this is something you need to worry about as there really is no way under normal use circumstances with water and toothpaste that you would EVER COME CLOSE to consuming dangerous levels.

Question 3

what is the treatment for fluoride overdose?

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Patient support: Usually the affects of Fluoride overdose is being sick to your stomach. Vomiting and or diarrhea.  Supporting the patient with fluids and meds for nausea.

Question 4

how much toothpaste must be swallowed to cause a fluoride overdose?

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Depends: It depends on toothpaste Fluoride concentration. To prevent it, children must be supervised until healthy toothbrushing habits have developed.

Question 5

how much ingestion of toothpaste would it take to reach a fluoride overdose?

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Unclear question: If you are trying to poison yourself with toothpaste, it is useless exercise. When used as intended, tooth paste will not cause fluoride poisoning.

Question 6

how much toothpaste must be swallowed before a sodium fluoride overdose?

Accepted Answer

Depends: It depends on toothpaste Fluoride concentration. To prevent it, children must be supervised until healthy toothbrushing habits have developed.

Question 7

what amount of toothpaste must be swallowed to cause a sodium fluoride overdose?

Accepted Answer

A Lot: Unless you make a meal out of it, i would not be worried. Swallowing a small bit of toothpaste while brushing your teeth will have no affect on your overall health. The actual amount depends on the concentration of Fluoride in the toothpaste and your weight, which we do not know.

Question 8

is it possible for you to overdose on topical fluoride?

Accepted Answer

Sure: Highly unlikely unless you purposely eat the gel.. It would not be accidental. Estimated adult lethal dose is 5 to 10 grams of fluoride. Topical Fluoride strength is 1.23% by volume (0.0123). You would therefore have to ingest 400 to 800 grams of the gel, all at once (14 to 28 ounces). The teaspoon or so you put in your mouth during application will not harm you.

Question 9

can you overdose on topical fluoride?  if yes, what happens?

Accepted Answer

Patient support: Usually the affects of Fluoride overdose is being sick to your stomach. Vomiting and or diarrhea.  Supporting the patient with fluids and meds for nausea.

Question 10

does my child need fluoride?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: If there is Fluoride in your city water your child likely doesn't need additional supplementation.  However if there isn't any your child should take Fluoride each day.  Go to your county website to find out about the fluoridation of your water or ask your pediatrician.

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