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fluoridation

 

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Noun fluoridation has 1 sense
  1. fluoridation, fluoridization, fluoridisation - the addition of a fluoride to the water supply (to prevent dental decay)
    --1 is a kind of addition
    Derived form: verb fluoridate1

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Fluoridation

Fluoridation, a process of adding controlled amounts of fluoride compounds to a community's water supply, is widely recognized for its oral health benefits.

Part of Speech:

Noun

Sense 1:

The addition of fluoride compounds to the public water supply to prevent tooth decay.

Example Sentences:
  1. The city council recently voted in favor of implementing fluoridation to improve the dental health of its citizens.
  2. Scientific studies have shown that fluoridation has significantly reduced dental cavities in communities.

Related Products: Fluoride Toothpaste, Fluoride Mouthwash

Sense 2:

The addition of fluoride to products like toothpaste or mouthwash for oral health benefits.

Example Sentences:
  1. Using a toothpaste with fluoridation can help in preventing cavities and maintaining strong teeth.
  2. Dentists often recommend mouthwashes with fluoridation for their patients to improve oral hygiene.

Related Products: Fluoride Toothpaste, Fluoride Mouthwash

Sense 3:

The act of adding fluorine compounds to specific local water sources.

Example Sentences:
  1. The local community took the initiative to fund the fluoridation of their well water to protect their residents from tooth decay.
  2. A volunteer group organized to discuss the benefits of fluoridation with the local water authorities.

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