BACKGROUND: In view of the conflicting reports of the extent and severity of dental caries in alcohol misusing subjects, a systematic survey of the fluoride content of alcoholic beverages was undertaken. RESULTS: The fluoride content of beverages varied widely particularly if non-UK European products were considered. CONCLUSIONS: Beers brewed in locations with high fluoride water levels may contribute significantly to the daily fluoride intake, particularly in alcohol misusing subjects and this may contribute to alcohol-associated bone disease.
BACKGROUND: In view of the conflicting reports of the extent and severity of dental caries in alcohol misusing subjects, a systematic survey of the fluoride content of alcoholic beverages was undertaken. RESULTS: The fluoride content of beverages varied widely particularly if non-UK European products were considered. CONCLUSIONS: Beers brewed in locations with high fluoridewater levels may contribute significantly to the daily fluoride intake, particularly in alcohol misusing subjects and this may contribute to alcohol-associated bone disease.
Authors: Ananda P Dasanayake; Saman Warnakulasuriya; Colin K Harris; Derek J Cooper; Timothy J Peters; Stanley Gelbier Journal: Int J Dent Date: 2010-04-01