ProPublica is reporting on the rising opposition to water fluoridation, a public health measure once widely celebrated. Grayling, Michigan, ended its decades-long fluoridation, citing personal choice, despite having recently received an award for its program. Critics of fluoridation, now influential, question its necessity due to the availability of fluoride in other forms. Key figures in the government, like Robert F. Kennedy Jr., also oppose fluoridation, furthering the cause. Several states are considering legislation to limit fluoridation, indicating a growing trend. The CDC and EPA are reviewing their fluoride approaches, reflecting uncertainty. However, opponents of fluoridation are making decisions that could negatively impact dental health, especially for vulnerable populations. Experts warn about the potential for increased tooth decay, especially for children. The move to end fluoridation is raising questions and concerns about public health outcomes. Despite the concerns, the fluoridation opponents advocate for personal choice. Some states still lack notification protocols when adding fluoride to the water supply.