Is Wichita water fluoridated?
No! The natural fluoride level of about 0.36 ppm is not sufficient to give the full protection your child deserves. Children drinking Wichita water should have supplemental fluoride prescribed from age 3 to 16. Fluoridation has been practiced in America and Kansas for over 50 years. A lifetime of protection costs about the same as tablets for one year. Taxpayers pay for the excessive decay through Medicaid taxes, dental bills and insurance premiums. Private funds are available to fluoridate. Almost all major cities are fluoridated. This low commitment to public health reinforces a very negative stereotype of Wichita. How do I get a copy of my dental records? You can request a copy of records directly from your previous dentist or we will be happy to request them for you. Is tooth whitening available? Yes, whitening is safe, effective, inexpensive and permanent. If you’ve always wanted to do it, do it now! Where can I get more information? The ADA has a very informative web site. They c
