The American Association of Public Health Dentistry (AAPHD) supports the recent recommendation by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to set the optimal level for fluoride in drinking water at 0.7 parts per million.
The AAPHD is "committed to educating the public about proper use of fluorides for preventing tooth decay," including fluoride toothpaste and the benefits of community water fluoridation, the organization said in a press release.
"Fluoride is essential for preventing tooth decay and assuring optimal oral health for all ages," said AAPHD President Ana Karina Mascarenhas, BDS, MPH, PhD. "The new recommendation assures we have the right balance given the multitude of fluoride sources available today to prevent tooth decay while protecting against dental fluorosis."
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