Why does opposition to community water fluoridation continue?
ADA’s Fluoridation Facts Short Answer Fluoridation is considered beneficial by the overwhelming majority of the health and scientific communities as well as the general public. However, a vocal minority continues to speak out against fluoridation of municipal water supplies. Some individuals may view fluoridation of public water as limiting their freedom of choice; other opposition can stem from misinterpretations or inappropriate extrapolations of the science behind the fluoridation issue. ADA’s Fluoridation Facts Long Answer A vast body of scientific literature endorses water fluoridation as a safe means of reducing the incidence of tooth decay. Support for fluoridation among scientists and health professionals, including physicians and dentists, is nearly universal. Recognition of the benefits of fluoridation by the American Dental Association, the American Medical Association, governmental agencies and other national health and civic organizations (see Compendium) continues as a re
