fluoridization

fluoridization definition - medical

fluor·i·di·za·tion (flo͝orˌĭ-dĭ-zāˈshən, flôrˌ-)

noun
The therapeutic use of fluorides to reduce the incidence of dental decay, as by topical application of fluoride agents to the teeth.

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