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A 4-year-old child living in a non-fluoridated area needs fluoride supplementation. What is the correct daily dose?
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Correct answer: B. 0.50 mg/day
- A. Incorrect. 0.25 mg/day is for children ages 6 months to 3 years in areas with <0.3 ppm fluoride.
- B. Correct. For children ages 3–6 years in areas with <0.3 ppm fluoride, the ADA/AAP recommended daily supplement is 0.50 mg/day.
- C. Incorrect. 1.0 mg/day is for children 6 years and older in areas with <0.3 ppm fluoride.
- D. Incorrect. 0.7 ppm is the recommended optimal community water fluoride concentration — not a supplement dose.