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Written question asked by Peter Robinson (Democratic Unionist Party), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 29 January 1997. It was answered by Malcolm Moss (Conservative) on Wednesday, 29 January 1997 on behalf of the Northern Ireland Office.


Northern Ireland Office

Question
What estimates he has made of levels of dental fluorosis amongst children in Northern Ireland following fluoridation of the water supply.
Answer

Mr. Robinson: To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what estimates he has made of levels of dental fluorosis among children in Northern Ireland following fluoridation of the water supply. [12437] Mr. Moss: The incidence of enamel opacities due to fluorosis in children would not be expected to increase following the fluoridation of water supplies.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
12437; 289 c303W
Session
1996-97
Subjects
Children Northern Ireland Water supply Fluoride Water treatment Dental health
Contains statistics
Yes