Fluoridation (Noun)
Meaning
The addition of a fluoride to the water supply (to prevent dental decay).
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The local government voted to implement fluoridation of the public water supply to improve oral health in the community.
- The debate over fluoridation has been ongoing for decades, with some arguing that it is a necessary measure to prevent tooth decay.
- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends fluoridation of community water supplies as a safe and effective way to prevent dental caries.
- Opponents of fluoridation claim that it is a form of mass medication and that individuals should have the right to choose whether or not to ingest fluoride.
- The fluoridation of the town's water supply has been credited with a significant reduction in tooth decay among children and adolescents.