In the summary Are Your Patients Exposed to Excessive Fluoride When Brushing Their Teeth?, we reported that a current pediatric dental brushing recommendation is to avoid fluoridated toothpaste in children under age 2 years, which is an outdated recommendation. The American Academy of Pediatrics, American Dental Association, and American Association of Pediatric Dentists now recommend use of fluoride toothpaste in that age group. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advises parents to consult with their child's dentist or physician before introducing fluoride toothpaste to children younger than 2 years.
The online version of the summary has been corrected. We apologize for the error.