2010 Flouridation Program - Michigan Department of Community Health- Oral Health Program
Fluoridation of a community water system is one of the most cost effective and efficient ways to
reduce dental disease in a population. Over 60 years of research on this topic has proven
community water fluoridation to be safe and effective in improving the oral health of the
communitys citizens.
The Michigan Department of Community Health Oral Health program is primarily looking to
promote community water fluoridation by offering to reimburse Michigan communities currently
not fluoridating for fluoridation equipment purchases for the sole purpose to initiate community
water fluoridation in their community. Approximately $60,000 is available from a generous gift
form Delta Dental of Michigan.
Close to 7 million people in Michigan are benefiting from community fluoridated water. For
those systems currently wishing to initiate this basic public health practice in their communities
the Michigan Department of Community Health- Oral Health Program is providing grants to
assist with the cost of purchasing and installing fluoridation equipment. The funds can be used
for Michigan water systems serving populations greater than 1000 and must be used for new and
replacement fluoridation equipment purchased in the contract period of June 1, 2010- September
30, 2010.
First priority will be given to systems currently without a water fluoridation program. If funds
allow, reimbursement for replacement fluoridation equipment will be offered to those water
systems needing to update their fluoridation equipment for the sole purpose of continuing
community water fluoridation in their community.
A statement from the water supply owner or water systems operator in charge will be required to
verify the condition of existing fluoridation equipment and justification for its replacement.
