The addition of a fluoride compound to a water supply to produce the concentration desired for the reduction in incidence of dental caries
The addition of a chemical to increase the concentration of fluoride ions in drinking water to a predetermined optimum limit to reduce the incidence (number) of dental cavities (tooth decay) in children Defluoridation is the removal of excess fluoride in drinking water to prevent the mottling (brown stains) of teeth
Fluoridation is the action or process of adding fluoride to a water supply. fluoridation of the water supply