Are fluoride treatments too much of a good thing? Creatas/Thinkstock Related Articles Pros and Cons of Fluoride Why is there fluoride-free toothpaste? 10 Fluoride Facts You Should Know You’ve probably noticed that fluoride is present in virtually all brands of toothpaste; as the writing on the box says, it protects against tooth decay. So why would you want a toothpaste without it? And would a dentist use it? Let’s investigate. Fluoride is the 13th most common element in the Earth’s crust. It … Read entire article »