May 15, 2024 · Water fluoridation also saves money for families and the U.S. health care system. 2 Drinking fluoridated water keeps teeth strong and reduces cavities by about 25% in both children and …

Recent evidence continues to indicate that the economic benefit of community water fluoridation exceeds the intervention cost. Further, the benefit–cost ratio increases with the community …

Communities that have fluoridated water can save an average of $32 per person a year by preventing cavities. Communities of 1,000 or more citizens can also see an estimated return on investment of …

Research shows that there is a net cost benefit to a community with water fluoridation. Water Fluoridation prevents cavities and saves money, both for families and the health care system.

Dec 1, 2016 · In 2013 more than 211 million people had access to fluoridated water through community water systems serving 1,000 or more people. Savings associated with dental caries averted in 2013 …

Mar 7, 2025 · Community water fluoridation provides an average 25% reduction in tooth decay across children and adults, even in the era of fluoride toothpaste. For every $1 invested in fluoridation, …

This not only saves money for individuals and families but also eases the burden on the healthcare system. Better oral health also means fewer missed school and workdays due to dental pain or …

The cost of fluoridating a community water supply depends on several factors and the number of people served is the most significant factor. A 2016 economic analysis found that for communities of 1,000 …

Providing optimally fluoridated water to U.S. communities for one year saves $6.5 billion in dental treatment costs and offers an average return on investment of $20 for every $1 spent.

May 15, 2024 · Water fluoridation also saves money for families and the U.S. health care system. 2 Drinking fluoridated water keeps teeth strong and reduces cavities by about 25% in both children and …