Photo: NZHThe Canterbury District Health Board has made its stance clear on adding fluoride to drinking water. But many dentists are keen for that to change to curb rising numbers of tooth decay. The CDHB's community, public health and disability committee voted in support of a pro-fluoridation stance last week. • Recognises that Māori in Canterbury carry an enduring and disproportionate oral health burden compared with non-Māori, and that community water fluoridation is pro-equity and consistent with Māori values. • Accepts the extensive scientific evidence that community water fluoridation is a safe, effective and socially equitable public health strategy for the prevention of tooth decay for whole populations.

Source: Otago Daily Times March 18, 2021 00:33 UTC