Community Water Fluoridation

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Communities Benefit from Water Fluoridation.

Water fluoridation is safe, effective, and saves communities money.

On average, communities with water fluoridation experience:

• 25% fewer cavities than communities without water fluoridation leading to:
  • Less pain.
  • Less fillings and teeth pulled.
  • Less missed days of school and work.
• A return of $20 for every $1 invested:
  • Less expensive dental treatments needed.
  • Saves communities and families money.

Water fluoridation improves oral health and reaches everyone in the community.