A New Way Forward: Refining Message Strategies for Water Fluoridation

Saturday, April 5, 2025

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM East Coast USA Time

Location: Space Coast

Earn 2.0 CE Credit

Speaker(s)

Matt Jacob, BA (he/him/his)

ASTDD Consultant
Jacob Strategies
Judy Feinstein, MSPH (she/her/hers)

Coordinator, Fluorides Committee
ASTDD Consultant
Johnny Johnson, Jr., DMD, MS (he/him/his)

President
American Fluoridation Society

Disclosure(s):

Matt Jacob, BA: No financial relationships to disclose

Judy Feinstein, MSPH: No financial relationships to disclose

Johnny Johnson, DMD, MS, Jr.: No financial relationships to disclose

Session Description: A thorough review of the scientific evidence continues to show that community water fluoridation is a safe way to prevent tooth decay. In the wake of the recent court decision in the EPA lawsuit, oral health advocates should refine their strategies for educating the public and policymakers. This session will propose a two-pronged communication strategy for addressing questions or concerns about fluoridation that might be amplified by the court decision. This workshop will be highly interactive, allowing ample opportunities for state and local advocates to weigh in, sharing their experiences and ideas.