Water Fluoridation Flashcards
1
Q
what is community water fluoridation?
A
adjustment of the natural fluoride content of a community water supply to achieve the optimum caries prevention whilst minimising the risk of dental fluorosis
2
Q
what are the main barriers to water fluoridation?
A
- objections (moral/ethical, safety & efficacy)
- political barriers
- geographical barriers
- financial barriers
