Severe Drought Conditions Lead One City to Brush Teeth With Sewer Water

Severe Drought Conditions Lead One City to Brush Teeth With Sewer Water

Experiencing the worst drought in recorded history has prompted one Texas city to resort to using treated sewage water for brushing teeth, showering and cooking. Although many Wichita Falls residents are less than pleased with the idea of “drinking toilet water,” officials are convinced it’s the best solution to their water shortage issues. Wichita Falls is currently waiting for final state approval to begin reusing sewer water. For the full article, please click here.

American Dental Association (ADA) Encourages The Use of Fluoride Toothpaste on Infants

The American Dental Association (ADA) recently updated their guidelines for using fluoride toothpaste on children. Previously, the ADA had recommended that parents use only water when brushing their infant’s baby teeth. Once the child reached the age of two, parents could begin using a pea-sized amount of fluoride toothpaste. Now, however, the ADA has changed that recommendation, saying that a parent should begin brushing with fluoride toothpaste as soon as their baby’s first tooth becomes visible. For our full article, please click here.