Fluoride helps protect teeth by making the hard outer layer—the enamel—more resistant to acid attacks by bacteria and sugars.

Fluoride remains the cornerstone of preventive dentistry, and researchers have analyzed the many delivery methods of fluoride ...

Though high levels of fluoride in water or toothpaste may cause risks, this mineral is generally safe and even has the benefit of protecting against cavities.

You're not alone if you have questions about fluoride in your water supply. We reached out to experts to get answers. Anna Gragert (she/her/hers) was previously the lifestyle editor at HelloGiggles, ...

Who hasn’t dashed into the drugstore and been stymied by the overwhelming number of toothpaste options: mint, fruity, gel, whitening, sensitive—and, increasingly, fluoride-free? Even major companies ...

South Carolina's proposed bill to ban fluoride in public water sparks a debate over public health and dental benefits.

MINNEAPOLIS — Brushing your teeth when you start and end the day keeps them healthy. In between those times, drinking a glass of tap water, especially in Minnesota, can do the same. Fluoride is a ...

The findings come after Utah and Florida's ban on fluoride in public drinking water went into effect during the summer.

TUESDAY, Dec. 16, 2025 (HealthDay News) — For decades, fluoride in drinking water has helped protect kids’ teeth from cavities. But as some states move away from adding fluoride to public water, ...

It has been hailed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention as one of the top public health achievements of the 20th century. Numerous studies have proven its safety and efficacy. But ...

A study published in JAMA Pediatrics has given new life to a long-running debate: whether adding fluoride to drinking water is a prudent way to prevent tooth decay, or a potentially toxic mistake. The ...