Community Water Fluoridation
Water fluoridation is considered one of the greatest public health innovations of all time. Fluoride in drinking water offers protection against cavities which is one of the most common chronic diseases in youth today. It is extremely safe and cost-effective.
With the right amount of fluoride in community water systems, cavities can be prevented in a community regardless of age, income or education. Communities that have fluoridated water tend to have fewer cavities than communities that do not have a significant amount of fluoride in the water. According to the CDC, the recommended amount of fluoride in water systems should be at a level of 0.7 milligrams per liter of drinking water.
Three Reasons to Drink Fluoridated Water
1. Strong Teeth
Fluoride helps strengthen adult teeth in children under 8. In adults, fluoride in water helps support tooth enamel.
2. Save Money
Community water fluoridation saves money AND teeth. There is less of a need for fillings and removing teeth.
3. Reduce Cavities
Considered one of the greatest public health innovations of all time, water fluoridation can reduce cavities by 25% in children and adults.
California State Water Resources Control Board
The purpose of the California State Water Resources Control Board is to preserve, enhance and restore the quality of California’s drinking water for the protection of the environment, public health and all beneficial uses.
San Bernardino County is part of 3 major regions. Learn more about each region below:
- California Water Boards – Santa Ana Region
- California Water Boards – Colorado River Basin
- California Water Boards – Lahontan
Water Reports
Local water districts are required by the EPA to provide consumers with an annual report. View Consumer Confidence Reports for your water district here.
Why Fluoride in Your Tap Water is a Good Thing
Find out why having the right amount of fluoride in your drinking water is safe, natural and effective at preventing 25% of cavities.
Water System Information
Additional Water Fluoridation Resources
Funded by the California Department of Public Health under contract #22-10191