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Pediatric Dentistry
Epidemiology

Background:

Dental caries remains a significant public health issue among children and adolescents in the United States.
Water fluoridation is a widely implemented community intervention aimed at preventing tooth decay.

Purpose of the Study:

To assess the association between community water fluoridation and the prevalence of dental caries in U.S. children and adolescents.
To evaluate the effectiveness of water fluoridation in different age groups within the pediatric and adolescent populations.

Main Methods:

The study utilized a cross-sectional design.
Data on dental caries and water fluoridation status were analyzed for a representative sample of U.S. children and adolescents.

Main Results:

Community water fluoridation was associated with a statistically significant reduction in dental caries prevalence.
The protective effect of water fluoridation was observed across various age strata of children and adolescents.

Conclusions:

Water fluoridation is an effective strategy for reducing dental caries in U.S. children and adolescents.
Continued support and optimization of community water fluoridation programs are recommended for public oral health initiatives.