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Study Finds Water Fluoridation Not Linked to Adverse Birth Outcomes

Analysis of nearly 11.5 million births found no association between fluoridated drinking water and birth weight, prematurity, or gestational length.

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  • Olivia Anderson

  • January 22, 2026

  • 4 min

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    A national cohort study found no link between community water fluoridation and adverse birth outcomes, including birth weight.

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    The study analyzed nearly 11.5 million singleton births across 677 US counties from 1968 to 1988.

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    Results showed no statistically significant changes in birth weight or related outcomes following fluoridation.

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    Secondary outcomes, including low birth weight and gestational length, also showed no association with fluoridation.

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    The findings support the safety of community water fluoridation during pregnancy and emphasize rigorous evaluation methods.

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Study Finds Water Fluoridation Not Linked to Adverse Birth Outcomes

  • by Olivia Anderson

  • January 22, 2026

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