FDA moves to ban fluoride supplements for kids, removing a key tool for dentists

The FDA has decided to remove fluoride supplements for children due to concerns that fluoride affects their microbiomes, conflicting with guidelines from organizations like the CDC, HHS, and medical associations which support limited fluoride use. Experts warn this move could eliminate a valuable tool for cavity treatment as fluoride is often prescribed by dentists. Meanwhile, state legislatures are pursuing bans on fluoride in drinking water, complicating oral health efforts.