The truth about fluoride: Is it a cavity fighter or health foe? Fluoride is present in dental products such as toothpaste and mouthwash, protecting teeth from cavities and preventing bacteria in ...

But what does it mean to fluoridate water? How long has the practice been around? And why does adding fluoride to water concern some communities? What is fluoride? Fluoride is a naturally ...

Editor’s note: The National Toxicology Program report cited above reported results for drinking water containing more than 1.5 milligrams of fluoride per liter, a level above that used in most ...