Why was fluoride added to drinking water?
The Colorado River, like other bodies of water throughout the world, contains naturally occurring amounts of fluoride. The natural amount found in the water supplied to Clark County is lower than protective levels. By increasing the amount in our drinking water slightly, to .08 parts per million, health experts expect to see a long-term drop in the levels of tooth decay in Southern Nevada. Studies have shown that people living in cities with fluoridated water supplies demonstrate a significant decrease in tooth decal. Keeping teeth healthy and strong over an entire lifetime will result in fewer cavities and lower dental bills, and is an important part of maintaining overall good health. Adding fluoride to the water is viewed as an economical and effective way to strengthen the teeth and prevent decay in all age groups. Is fluoride safe for senior citizens? Drinking fluoridated water is safe for senior citizens. To maintain good dental health, senior citizens need to drink fluoridated w
