Community-Based Strategies Prevent Tooth Decay – The Stats
Community-Based Strategies Prevent Tooth Decay
Community water fluoridation has been ranked as 1 of the 10 great public health achievements in the 20th century. Although community water fluoridation prevents tooth decay, people also get fluoride from other sources, such as toothpaste, rinses, and other topical applications at the dental office. At present, 69% of individuals on public water systems—more than 184 million people—are receiving the benefits of community water fluoridation.