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Why is fluoride in drinking water regulated?

April 26, 2017drinking water fluoride regulated

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Why is fluoride in drinking water regulated?

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Fluoride has been shown to prevent tooth decay, but too much fluoride at an early age while the teeth are forming can cause discoloration and pitting of the teeth. This condition is known as dental fluorosis. Overexposure to fluoride over a lifetime can lead to certain types of bone disease.