For parents concerned about this change, dental experts recommend discussing alternative fluoride sources with healthcare providers, including fluoride toothpastes, rinses, and regular dental checkups to help maintain proper oral health.

The CDC says fluoridation is among the 10 greatest public health achievements of the 20th century. Utah recently became the first state to ban it.

Florida is following Utah in removing fluoride from water. But when Calgary, Alberta, did the same, they eventually added it back when tooth decay rates skyrocketed.