Preparing questions in advance can help patients to have more meaningful discussions regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor the following questions related to water and oral health:

1. Can you tell me whether or not my water supply is fluoridated?
   
   
2. Am I getting enough fluoride to prevent tooth decay if I drink from the tap once or twice a day?
   
   
3. How much water do I need to drink daily for oral health?
   
   
4. Is there a danger in being exposed to too much fluoride in tap water?
   
   
5. Can drinking a lot of juice provide adequate levels of fluoride?
   
   
6. I drink only bottled water. Should I take fluoride supplements?
   
   
7. Do you know of a brand of bottled water with adequate levels of fluoride?
   
   
8. How can I tell if my home water treatment system removes fluoride?
   
   
9. How much fluoride must be removed from water before it loses its protective effect?
   
   
10. Can drinking more water cure my case of “dry mouth”?