by Darren Edwards | Jan 22, 2026 | Publication
Despite overwhelming scientific evidence that community water fluoridation (CWF) is a safe and effective way to prevent cavities, many states introduced legislation in 2025 to restrict or ban CWF, laying the groundwork for continued action in 2026. In 2025, Florida...
by Darren Edwards | Jan 21, 2026 | Publication
Recognized by leading public health and dental organizations as one of the most successful and cost-effective public health initiatives in history, community water fluoridation has protected Louisiana families from tooth decay for decades — making preventive dental...
by Darren Edwards | Jan 21, 2026 | Publication
Recognized by leading public health and dental organizations as one of the most successful and cost-effective public health initiatives in history, community water fluoridation has protected Nebraska families from tooth decay for decades — making preventive dental...
by Darren Edwards | Jan 21, 2026 | Publication
Allowing the licensure of dental therapists will help address Florida’s provider shortage, expand access to care, and enable dentists to handle more complicated procedures. This fact sheet from CareQuest Institute and the Florida Dental Hygienists’ Association...
by Darren Edwards | Dec 4, 2025 | Journal Article
This study, led by researchers from Virginia Commonwealth University and CareQuest Institute, analyzes whether distinct groups or “archetypes” of individuals more frequently experience discrimination and microaggressions in the dental setting — and how those...
