From Facts to Action: Defending Community Water Fluoridation

Challenges to community water fluoridation are increasing. Dental professionals must lend their voices and knowledge to help preserve the most effective and cost-effective form of decay prevention for their community. This course will review the basics of water fluoridation, learn how to counter the most common misconceptions around fluoridation and how to be effective advocates in their states and communities, including talking with patients, and local decision-makers.

Learning Objectives:
– Discuss the basic science of community water fluoridation and its benefits
– Evaluate misinformation on neurocognitive effects and other aspects of community water fluoridation
– Demonstrate the ability to advocate effectively for community water fluoridation