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… Fluoride is a mineral found naturally in our water, air, food and soil. At low concentrations, fluoride in drinking water prevents dental cavities and improves … is added to water in a process called water fluoridation. Natural fluoride levels in the …
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… Overview Check with your local water supplier to find out if your tap water is safe to use for your baby's formula. If your water is not safe or if you are not sure, you …
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… 05b Is water from my well safe to drink? There are 2 categories of wells for drinking water: those that service drinking water supply … please visit HealthLinkBC File #28 Water fluoridation facts . How do I get my well water …
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… Overview Drinking water is water treated in a way that makes it safe to … Safely making and storing formula Water fluoridation facts Resources for water system …
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… dental cavities . It may be added to local water supplies, toothpastes, and other mouth … to or is found naturally in a community's water supply. To find out how much fluoride is in your drinking water, call your local water company or the …
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… and effective against tooth decay. Offer water to drink between feedings Introduce your … 6 and 9 months of age. After 12 months, water is the best choice between regular … health unit. For more information on water fluoridation, see HealthLinkBC File #28 Water …
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… beware that many fruit drinks are just water, a little juice flavouring, and a lot of … night, you could fill the bottle with plain water. During the day, offer an empty cup for … Normal amounts of fluoride added to public water supplies and bottled water are safe for …
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… by plaque. Fluoride is added to many public water supplies. Not having enough saliva. … dentist about: Fluoride supplements if your water doesn't have enough fluoride. Sealants to … by plaque. Fluoride is added to many public water supplies. Not having enough saliva. …
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… will try a new food. Have your child drink water when he or she is thirsty. Juice is not … whole fruit has. Many fruit drinks are just water, a little juice flavouring, and a lot of … soda pop and other high-sugar drinks. Serve water to quench thirst. You can encourage your …
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… Floss your teeth daily Choose to drink water between meals and snacks. Avoid frequent … this is not possible, rinse your mouth with water or a fluoride mouth rinse Do not … teeth. After vomiting, rinse your mouth with water or a mixture of one teaspoon of baking …
