Tooth decay increased in fluoridation Mandated Kentucky:NYSCOF

A 2001 survey by the University of Kentucky found nearly half of Kentucky's children ages 2 to 4 have untreated dental decay -- about twice the national average. Kentucky also has one of the highest rates in the nation of adults over 65 with no teeth -- a pattern officials hope to break by providing better dental care to more children. "We really need to stop the cycle of our citizens in Kentucky losing their teeth," Elliott said.


Dr. Liliana Rozo worked on Jennifer Munoz yesterday at the University of Louisville dental school. Kentucky wants early dental care to break a cycle of poor oral health. (By Bill Luster, The Courier-Journal)