Although fluoride in water and in supplements for children is endorsed by leading medical and dental associations, there long has been opposition to it.

The FDA said that it's pulling prescription fluoride supplements for kids from the market. Dentists and pediatricians say the ban would remove an important tool they use for preventing cavities.

Fluoride supplements: These are available as drops or tablets. Fluoride supplements are recommended for children over 6 months of age who have a high risk of developing cavities and live in areas ...

Most municipalities don’t do it, but a few of the largest ones of all do. But that local choice — a principle espoused in ...