NZ - SCDHB supports benefits of fluoride in water supply

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Timaru oral surgeon Ian O'Loughlin wants to see fluoride back in Timaru's water supplies to prevent tooth decay but Timaru District Council is not considering the issue.

"Pseudo science" and "misguided individuals" should not dictate policy on fluoridated water supplies in South Canterbury, a Timaru oral surgeon says.The majority of the South Canterbury District Health Board members agreed to actively promote the contentious benefits of fluoride in community water supplies.

Although three board members disagreed with the position statement, at a board meeting on Friday, it was adopted.

The board's stance was supported by oral surgeon of 45 years Ian O'Loughlin who labelled anti-fluoride campaigners "merchants of fear"...................

I doubt if fluoride would prevent that rot.