An assessment of compliance with optimal fluoride levels for oral health benefit by New Zealand drinking water suppliers.
Timothy ChambersMatthew HobbsJonathan M BroadbentPublished in: Journal of public health dentistry (2022)
Noncompliance with CWF targets was common. Epidemiological studies that rely on fluoridation status as their exposure may underestimate the oral health benefits of CWF. Our results highlight future challenges with the feasibility of expanding CWF under new legislation as well as the weaknesses in drinking water surveillance.