Flouride and Bottled Water

Communities have been fluoridating their water supply since 1945.  The American Dental Association continues to endorse this practice. Fluoridated water has been proven to reduce tooth decay by 20 to 40% and improve the oral health of millions of Americans.  Many of the brands of bottled water on the market do not contain the optimum levels of fluoride(0.7-1.2 ppm).  Some home water filtration systems also remove naturally occuring and enhanced levels of fluoride from the water.

The ADA recommends that patients investigate the level of flouride in their community water supply.  If you use a home filtration system, check to see how much fluoride is filtered out.  If bottled water is your primary source of drinking water, discuss fluoride supplementation with your child's pediatrician.  You can also contact the bottled water company for the levels of fluoride contained in their product.

The above information is for general education purposes only and does not constitute health or medical advice. Consult a qualified dentist to determine an individualized treatment plan.