Fluoridization (Noun)
Meaning
The addition of a fluoride to the water supply (to prevent dental decay).
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The widespread fluoridization of community water systems in the United States has led to significant reductions in tooth decay among residents.
- Opponents of water fluoridization argue that the practice constitutes mass medication without consent from the public.
- The fluoridization of local water supplies is a major public health strategy for preventing dental caries, particularly among children.
- Mandatory water fluoridization laws typically require local jurisdictions to maintain minimum fluoride levels in public drinking water.
- Research on the effectiveness of water fluoridization has shown that it can reduce the incidence of dental decay by up to 60% in some populations.