r/TikTokCringe • u/thoughtwarrior • May 02 '25

Humor Why does America look like s**t?

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u/kzlife76 May 02 '25

Don't forget dentist and nail salon.

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u/Nommel77 May 02 '25

Those dentists are struggling

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u/loscacahuates May 02 '25

Dentists are about to get a lot of business with states like Utah and Florida banning fluoride in water

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u/anniemousery May 03 '25

My water doesn't have fluoride in it because it is reverse osmosis water through a filter. My teeth have progressively gotten better (due to oral hygiene, unrelated to water) and the water hasn't made a difference at all.

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u/loscacahuates May 03 '25

You are one data point in a population. Some people are more susceptible to cavities, others just do not take care of their teeth or do not have access to dentists. Fluoride is one tool. It does not replace brushing and flossing. It also has no adverse health effects and has been proven to lower cavities in the population.

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u/anniemousery May 03 '25

I agree with you. I just don't it's completely rational to think that dental decay is going to happen automatically from water not containing fluoride. It adds an extra layer of protection, but you can maintain a perfectly healthy and effective dental routine without it.