(StatePoint) In a May 2025 national poll by the Consumer Healthcare Products Association in cooperation with the American Dental Association (ADA), more than 4 out of 5 survey takers said they are familiar with fluoride’s role in oral health and that fluoride is particularly important for children, while more than 2 out of 3 said they are comfortable with fluoride in their tap water.

Fluoride, a mineral that naturally occurs in water sources such as rivers, lakes and oceans, helps prevent tooth decay by making the surface of teeth stronger and more cavity-resistant. It’s often the “active ingredient” in cavity-fighting toothpastes. Adding fluoride to tap water is like adding vitamins and minerals to foods and drinks, helping people access important nutrients for their oral and overall hea

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