Dentists express concern over RFK Jr's fluoride removal proposal for U.S. water systems

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., recently nominated by Donald Trump as Secretary of Health and Human Services, plans to advise the removal of fluoride from U.S. drinking water. This proposal has raised concerns among dental professionals about increased cavities. Former dentist and Congressman Mike Simpson remarked that the removal of fluoride would benefit the dental profession, while other former dentists emphasized the importance of fluoride for children's dental health. They argue that fluoridated water has significantly reduced dental issues. The CDC supports fluoride in water as a key public health measure. This proposal comes amid ongoing discussions about fluoride's potential health risks, with a recent court ruling requiring the EPA to assess its impact on children's intellectual development.