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Fri 03 Mar 2007Water fluoridationA commitment by the Green Party spokesman on health John Gormley to end fluoridation of public water supplies if the party enters government should concern voters. The health benefits arising from properly regulated fluoridation are well established.The drawbacks, apart from tooth discoloration arising from an excessive intake of the mineral, are matters of contention. In such circumstances any change in public health policy should require convincing new evidence.