Ocala, Florida Continues Fluoridation After 180: WebDentistry: Home of SmileFinder!
Summary
Dr. Johnson said the opinion of the city changed 180 degrees between March and June due to an outpouring of evidence and support for fluoridation from the community, including the Florida Dental Association (FDA). In an April letter to Ocala Mayor Kent Guinn, Florida Dental Association President Jolene Paramore advocated for the continuation of the citys fluoridation policy. "In your area, budgetary restraints have been brought forth as an argument for not continuing the community water fluoridation program in Ocala," Dr. Paramore wrote. " The decision by the council to continue its fluoridation practice was also hailed by Mark S. Lander, administrator of the Florida Department of Health in Marion County. Fluoridation is the most cost-effective means of reducing tooth decay and is an ideal public health measure where everyone benefits; it touches all classes regardless of socioeconomic status.