Water fluoridation by country
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Water fluoridation by country
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Water fluoridation is the controlled addition of fluoride to a public water supply to reduce tooth decay, and is handled differently by countries across the world. Fluoridated water contains fluoride at a level that is proven effective for preventing cavities; this can occur naturally or by adding fluoride. Fluoridated water creates low levels of fluoride in saliva, which reduces the rate at which tooth enamel demineralizes, and increases the rate at which it remineralizes in the early stages of
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Water_fluoridation_by_country
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2008-08-14T04:21:14Z
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2024-09-05T10:26:25Z
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