Fluoridation protects patients and practices
2025-10-09
Most cavities are preventable through regular brushing, the use of fluoride toothpaste, and flossing. Yet prevention is not equally accessible for all families. For many
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You ask, we Answer: Does fluoridated water cause bone cancer?
2025-09-30
With the release of the ADA’s new edition of Fluoridation Facts, readers can learn the answers to hundreds of frequently asked questions about community water fluoridation
Silver Diamine Fluoride Emerges as a Key Tool in Geriatric Dentistry
2025-09-10
Main Content Silver diamine fluoride (SDF) is steadily gaining recognition in dentistry for its potential to address oral health challenges in vulnerable populations. First introduced
ADA president, AAPD past president pen editorial warning public health risks of removing fluoride
2025-09-05
ADA President Brett Kessler, D.D.S., and Scott D. Smith, D.D.S., immediate past president of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, issued a warning against efforts
You Ask, We Answer: Fluoridation Facts
2025-08-18
With the release of the ADA’s new edition of Fluoridation Facts, readers can learn the answers to hundreds of frequently asked questions about community water
Which U.S. states will pay the most without fluoridated water?
2025-08-01
Dental care costs are estimated to increase nearly $46 billion over five years due to the removal of fluoride from public water systems, with California,
U.S. adults give public water fluoridation a thumbs-up
2025-07-30
At a time when states like Utah have stopped adding fluoride to public water systems, 81% of adults in the U.S. report supporting or not
ADA files amicus brief supporting EPA’s appeal of fluoride court order
2025-07-25
The American Dental Association filed an amicus brief July 25 in support of the Environmental Protection Agency’s appeal of a court order directing the agency
ADA president tells FDA fluoride supplements are safe, effective
2025-07-24
Brett Kessler, D.D.S., attends the July 23 FDA hybrid public meeting. The Food and Drug Administration held a hybrid public meeting to gather input on
Bill would require independent review of EPA water fluoridation guidance
2025-07-22
An ADA-supported bill introduced in Congress July 21 aims to strengthen the scientific basis behind federal water fluoridation guidelines. The Protect Our Treatment for Enamel,
Fluoride gel with supplement may better tooth remineralization
2025-07-21
A low-fluoride gel with sodium trimetaphosphate (TMP) may promote greater enamel remineralization than a traditional, more concentrated gel, according to a study recently published in
Connecticut bill defends community water fluoridation
2025-07-14
Connecticut is defending community water fluoridation, standing in contrast to several states that have recently moved to ban the practice. Gov. Ned Lamont signed legislation