In an interview last week, Levine Cava declined to say whether she would veto the Gonzalez legislation if it got to her desk.

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Dentist Dr. Arash Ravanbakhsh shares five common mistakes people make while brushing their teeth — they lead to weakened enamel, gum damage, and bad breath.

SALT LAKE CITY — Utah has become the first state to ban fluoride in public drinking water, over opposition from dentists and ...

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A US state has become the first to ban fluoride from public drinking water – going against advice from dentists and other ...

The move has been criticised by experts, who say the mineral helps reduce oral cavities, especially in children.

In 1950, federal officials endorsed water fluoridation to prevent tooth decay, and they continued to promote it even after fluoride toothpaste brands hit the market several years later.