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Fluoridation Resources
In the News
- New Studies Reaffirm Safety and Benefit of Community Water Fluoridation
- New research in Science Advances affirms that community water fluoridation is not associated with adverse effects on cognition. A major U.S.-based study by Warren et al., their supplementary findings, and Savitz’s commentary clearly show no cognitive harm overall and small benefits for adolescents concerning community water fluoridation.
- Statement from the ADA on FDA Action to Limit Fluoride Supplements for Children Three and Younger and Advises for High Risk of Caries in Older Children - American Dental Association - 10/31/25
- FDA Limits Fluoride Tablets for Children, Stopping Short of Ban - Washington Post - 10/31/25
- US FDA Warns Four Firms Over Unapproved Fluoride Drugs for Children - Reuters - 10/31/25
- Fluoride Ban Could Create Cavities For One of Every Three U.S. Kids - The Exponent - 6/2/25
- A Nationwide Fluoride Ban Would Increase Kids' Cavities by Millions, New Study Finds - NBC News - 5/30/25
- How Fluoride Helps to Prevent Tooth Decay - American Dental Association
- Facts, Resources, and Advocacy for Fluoridation as a Proven Way to Prevent Tooth Decay - American Dental Association
- Community Water Fluoridation at Recommended Levels Reduces Tooth Decay - American Dental Association - 1/6/25
- ADA Calls for EPA to Appeal on Fluoride - American Dental Association - 1/14/25
Fluoride Research
Fluoride Advocacy
- Comments Submitted to the FDA - American Dental Association - 7/2025
Free Fluoridation Facts E-Book
As an IDA/ADA member, you have access to the Fluoridation Facts e-book, one of the ADA’s most comprehensive resources on community water fluoridation. Click the button below to view or download it; there’s no need to add it to your shopping cart.
If you don’t see the e-book in your library or have questions, contact the ADA Member Service Center at 800.947.4746 (available 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM) or by email.
Additional Information
- Statement Regarding the Cochrane Review - American Dental Association - 10/4/24
- News Article Regarding the Cochrane Review - American Dental Association - 10/4/24
- Statement Regarding the EPA Ruling - American Dental Association - 9/25/24
- News Article Regarding the EPA Ruling - American Dental Association - 9/26/24
- Fluoridation FAQs - American Dental Association
