INTERNSHIP IN FLUOROSIS FOR RESIDENTS / POSTGRADUATES / DOCTORS FROM MEDICAL AND DENTAL SCHOOLS FROM INDIA, DEVELOPING COUNTRIES AND OTHER DEVELOPED NATIONS

  • Fluorosis is a well-defined disease caused by fluoride poisoning or toxicity. It is prevalent in most parts of the world due to the consumption of fluoride through water and food containing fluoride, the long term treatment with fluoride-containing drugs, the use of dental products containing fluoride, and the exposure to industrial fluoride emissions.
  • Although fluorosis is increasing in prevalence, patients seldom get appropriate attention from hospitals because of lack of awareness of the manifestations of the disease. The symptoms of fluorosis mimic those of many other conditions and have baffled many medical and dental students and professionals. If the condition is not recognized, inappropriate treatment may result in adverse outcomes.
  • Fluorosis affects teeth, bone, and soft tissues. When dental fluorosis affects the teeth of children it causes a distinct, overtly visible discolouration with well delineated characteristics. It may mimic amelogenesis imperfecta and even dirty teeth. Therefore adequate knowledge of the disease is necessary to arrive at the correct diagnosis. Dental surgeons need to be able to differentiate dental fluorosis from other dental disorders. Orthopedic surgeons need to be able to differentiate joint pain due to skeletal fluorosis from other bone disorders. Diabetologists need to be able to differentiate polyuria and polydipsia associated with fluorosis from diabetes mellitus. Pediatricians need to be able to differentiate children suffering from rickets due to calcium and vitamin D deficiency from bow-leg/knock-knee due to fluorosis and IDD (Iodine deficiency disorders) before prescribing medicines. Obstetricians and gynecologists need to be able counsel pregnant women who have fluorosis with low hemoglobin and anemia despite consuming a diet with an adequate nutrient intake and IFA (Iron Folic Acid) tablets. Couples, where male infertility is the result of fluorosis, need appropriate counseling before considering in vitro fertilization.
  • Taking cognizance of the situations, the Foundation has made arrangements for an internship programme in fluorosis. Invite applications from Residents / PGs / Doctors of medical and dental schools and universities in the developing and developed world who are desirous of attending a 5-day internship programme, at the Fluorosis Foundation of India, Delhi, India.
    • The curriculum will include the effects of fluoride poisoning on both soft and hard tissues, the diagnosis of fluorosis, therapy by the provision of safe water and a nutritious diet, and prevention, including the prevention of fluorosis-induced anaemia in pregnancy.The course fee is Rs. 50,000/- for Indian participant and US$1,500/- for other nationalities. Accommodation with bed and breakfast is available, within 10 km, at Ahuja Residency (www.ahujaresidency.com). The cost of travel and accommodation is additional to the course fee. Sight-seeing information is available from Trail Blazer Tours India (www.trailblazertours.com). During winter December - February in North India, weather will be cold with the temperature ranging from 7 to 15°C. During summer, May - June, weather will be hot with the temperature ranging from 35 to 45°C. The class size is limited and early application is advised. All enquiries and the application to Email:

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