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Fluoride is absorbed into the bloodstream and is primarily eliminated from the body through the kidneys. The kidneys filter the blood and excrete fluoride in the urine. While small amounts of fluoride can also be excreted through saliva and sweat, the kidneys are the main route of elimination.
The World Health Organization (WHO) index for fluorosis is based on Dean's index, which is a widely used classification system for assessing the severity of dental fluorosis.
Indian Penal Code (IPC) Section 307 pertains to grievous injuries, including those involving permanent damage to body structures like teeth. This section deals with causing life-threatening harm or injuries resulting in long-term disability.