For decades, fluoride has been at the heart of modern dental care, recommended by dentists and added to everything from toothpaste to drinking water. But in recent years, a growing wave of ...

As the debate surrounding fluoride, especially in our drinking water, continues, people are considering fluoride-free alternatives. When it comes to toothpaste, one such substitute is ...

Fluoride is a naturally occurring mineral used to strengthen teeth and prevent cavities. It’s been added to local water supplies in U.S. cities since the 1940s. There’s no evidence that fluoride is ...

What happens if fluoride is removed from drinking water? Some policymakers want fluoride removed from public water systems. Dentists explain why it matters and how families can still protect their ...

“We want kids to have a positive start in life to their dental experiences and understand the importance of taking care of their teeth and gums,” said Dr. Brian Martin, a pediatric dentist at Akron ...