Community Water Fluoridation

Communities Benefit from Water Fluoridation

Water Fluoridation is safe, effective, and saves communities money.

On average, communities with water fluoridation experience:

• 25% fewer cavities than communities without water fluoridation leading to:

• • Less pain
  • Less fillings and teeth pulled
  • Less missed days of school and work
• A return of $20 for every $1 invested

• • Less expensive dental treatments needed
  • Saves communities and families money

Water fluoridation improves oral health and reaches everyone in the community.