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Learn how water fluoridation prevents cavities and improves oral health.
Explore CDC guidelines on community water fluoridation
Inform the general public about CDC’s role in community water fluoridation.
CDC Scientific Statement on CWF
CDC’s position on community water fluoridation.
Inform the general public about frequently asked questions involving community water fluoridation.
Fluoride in drinking water has contributed to the better oral health of the nation for over 75 years
For Public Health Professionals
Water Fluoridation Data and Statistics
An overview of how CDC collects water fluoridation data for national statistics.
Learn how CDC estimates community water system populations.
2022 Water Fluoridation Statistics
2022 National Water Fluoridation Statistics on fluoridated water systems.
2020 Water Fluoridation Statistics
2020 National Water Fluoridation Statistics on fluoridated water systems.
2018 Water Fluoridation Statistics
2018 National Water Fluoridation Statistics on fluoridated water systems.