Question

Is fluorosis responsible for weakening of bones?

Answer 1

Fluorosis:

1. Fluorosis is a condition that can lead to crippling disease because of the deposition of fluorides in the soft and hard tissues of the body.
2. It occurs due to excess deposition of fluoride in the body consumed through food and water.

Fluorosis and weakening of bones:

1. Dental fluorosis leads to a change in the appearance of the tooth enamel.
2. Skeletal fluorosis affects the joints of the backbone, neck, shoulder, knee, and hip as well as the bones of the body.
3. Skeletal fluorosis causes pain in bones and joints.
4. Thus, fluorosis leads to weakening and damage of bones.