FLUORIDATION IN CHINA: A CLOUDED FUTURE

Water fluoridation in China began in 1964 in Guangzhou and was discontinued in 1983 after a 6.5-fold increase in dental fluorosis was observed with only a marginal decrease in dental caries. Other adverse findings by specialists in preventive medicine also played a role in the decision, along with recognition of the importance of other sources of fluoride intake besides drinking water.