RO vs UV Water Purifiers: Which is Best in Kenya?
13, Jul 2025
Understanding Fluorosis and the Role of Water Purifiers
“My daughter had yellowing teeth, and our doctor recommended we get a water purification machine. Choosing one from Iclear has been life-changing. It saved me the hassle of carrying bottled water from the supermarket, reduced my electricity bills, and most importantly,
protected my children’s teeth from further yellowing. Now, we enjoy clean, safe drinking water every day right from our tap," customer review.
At first, this might seem surprising, but it’s a common reality for many parents especially in
areas where fluoride levels in drinking water are high. Yellow or brown teeth in children might not be from poor hygiene alone; they may be a sign of dental fluorosis, a condition caused by too much fluoride intake at a young age.
Dental fluorosis occurs when children consume excessive fluoride during tooth development typically before the age of 8. While fluoride in small doses strengthens enamel and prevents cavities, overexposure can permanently alter the structure and color of the teeth. Early signs appear as white streaks or spots, while advanced cases lead to yellow, brown, or pitted enamel.
In many parts of Kenya and East Africa, high fluoride levels occur naturally in groundwater. Borehole and well water often contain fluoride levels above the recommended World Health Organization (WHO) limit of 1.5 mg/L, putting households that depend on untreated water at risk.
Unfortunately, boiling water does not remove fluoride, it only concentrates it. Likewise, most basic filters are not equipped to remove fluoride ions. This makes it critical to invest in advanced water purification technologies specifically designed to handle this problem.
The only effective way to reduce fluoride in drinking water is through advanced purification systems. The most reliable technologies for fluoride removal include:
· Reverse Osmosis (RO) – Filters out fluoride, heavy metals, bacteria, and more.
· Multi-Stage Systems – Combined RO, UV, and sediment filter.
These systems not only remove fluoride but also improve the taste, clarity, and safety of your water making them ideal for households, schools, clinics, and businesses.
To learn more about our range of water purifiers, contact us today. Let us help you safeguard your family because clean water means a healthier future.
