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Promoting water fluoridation

M A Lennon1

  • 1Department of Clinical Dental Sciences, University of Liverpool, UK.

Community Dental Health
|September 1, 1993
PubMed
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Water fluoridation has been proven effective since the 1960s. Public support for this public health measure has grown significantly, increasing from 66% in 1980 to 79% in 1992.

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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • The effectiveness of water fluoridation for dental health was established through studies in the 1960s.
  • By 1988, 12% of the population in England and Wales received artificially fluoridated water.
  • Local government and health service reorganizations influenced the adoption of fluoridation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the historical context and public support for water fluoridation.
  • To inform current decision-making processes regarding fluoridation policies.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of historical Department of Health reports (1962, 1969).
  • Review of water fluoridation adoption rates by 1988.
  • Examination of national opinion survey data from 1980 and 1992.
  • Consideration of the Water Fluoridation Act (1985) and its implications for decision-making.

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Main Results:

  • Demonstration studies confirmed the efficacy of water fluoridation.
  • Significant increase in public support for fluoridation from 66% (1980) to 79% (1992).
  • The Water Fluoridation Act (1985) introduced a structured decision-making process with local consultation.

Conclusions:

  • Water fluoridation is a proven public health intervention with increasing public acceptance.
  • Regional groups must leverage public support data to influence local decision-makers.
  • Continued efforts are needed to promote water fluoridation policies.