U.S. Will Trim Fluoride Levels -- Too Much of It Can Spot Children's Teeth

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ATLANTA - In a remarkable turnabout, federal health officials say many Americans are now getting too much fluoride because of its presence not just in drinking water but in toothpaste, mouthwash and other products, and it's causing splotches on children's teeth and perhaps more serious problems.

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced plans Friday to lower the recommended level of fluoride in drinking water for the first time in nearly 50 years, based on a fresh review of the science.

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U.S. Will Trim Fluoride Levels -- Too Much of It Can Spot Children's Teeth

The announcement is likely to renew the battle over fluoridation, even though the addition of fluoride to drinking water is consid...

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