Dental experts point to the benefits of fluoride in drinking water and say the mineral is safe at levels used in the U.S.

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

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, ...

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.

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 ...

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 ...

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

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 ...

In a recent study published in the journal Toxicology Letters, researchers discuss the effect(s) of fluoride exposure on the human microbiome. Study: Does fluoride exposure impact on the human ...

Utah appears to be the first state ready to put a full ban on fluoride in public water systems under a bill that doesn't allow cities or communities to decide whether to add the cavity-preventing ...

In our Reality Check stories, Herald-Leader journalists dig deeper into questions over facts, consequences and accountability. Read more. Story idea? [email protected]. A ...

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 ...