About Fluoridation

• Q & A on Community Water Fluoridation
  Common questions on community water fluoridation and answers you can use
• How Fluoridation Works  (Spanish )
  An infographic explaining how fluoridation helps prevent tooth decay
• Fluoride in Drinking Water
  Answers to common questions about drinking water and fluoride
• The Story of Water Fluoridation
  An explanation of how fluoride was discovered and what led to community water fluoridation
• Fluoride Myths & Facts
  Correct information on the safety and effectiveness of fluoridation

Fluoride & Children

• Common Questions About Fluoride: A Resource for Parents and Caregivers    English | Spanish
  Common questions on fluoride and children’s teeth, with answers you can use
• Fluorosis Facts: A Resource for Parents and Caregivers    English | Spanish
  An explanation of fluorosis and how to prevent it
• Fluoride: Cavity Fighter   English PDF | JPG  Spanish PDF | JPG
  A kid-friendly poster explaining how fluoride fights cavities
• Why Do Children Need Fluoride?   English  PDF | JPG  Spanish PDF | JPG
  A kid-friendly poster explaining why children’s teeth need fluoride
• Strengthen Your Body, One Glass at a Time    English PDF | Spanish PDF
  A kid-friendly poster explaining why children’s teeth need water with fluoride
• Oral Health Equity Begins with Community Water Fluoridation    English PDF | Spanish PDF
  A kid-friendly poster explaining why people of all ages need fluoride to keep teeth healthy
• Teach Them to Brush and Floss    English PDF | Spanish PDF
  A kid-friendly poster explaining the importance of teaching kids to brush and floss

Common Questions About Fluoride

• Is Fluoridation Effective?
  A summary of research demonstrating the effectiveness of community water fluoridation
• Is Fluoride Toothpaste Enough?
  An explanation of why we need both fluoridation and toothpaste
• Does Fluoride Lower IQ?
  An explanation of the research on fluoride and children’s IQ
• What Do Health Experts Say?
  Read what leading health and medical organizations say about fluoridation
• How Common is Fluoridation?
  A look at the increase in fluoridation in American communities
• Is Fluoridation Expensive?
  A summary of research demonstrating how fluoridation saves money, time, and pain & suffering
• What Do Supporters Say? 
  Quotes of what respected organizations have to say about the importance of fluoridation

Weight of the Evidence

• Leading Health & Medical Organizations Support Fluoridation
  Read what leading health and medical organizations say about fluoridation
• What Surgeons General Have Said
  Surgeons General offer strong support for community water fluoridation
• Proof Around the Globe
  How research from around the world supports the effectiveness of fluoridation
• Savings from Water Fluoridation: What the Evidence Shows
  A summary of research demonstrating how fluoridation saves money, time, and pain & suffering