Fluoridation in North San José & Alviso

From November 1, 2005, San José Municipal Water System (SJMWS) will begin supplying fluoridated water to our North San José/Alviso customers, when San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) implements system-wide fluoridation. SFPUC is the wholesale water provider for SJMWS's North San José/Alviso service area. The majority of Bay Area communities already receive fluoridated drinking water including our Evergreen Service area.

Fluoride will not change the taste, smell or appearance of the drinking water. The water will continue to meet all health and safety standards and will provide the added benefit of improved dental health to residents of all ages. We recommend that if you are taking prescription Fluoride supplements, either tablets or drops, to consult with your doctor or dentist once you begin receiving fluoridated water.

For more information about fluoride, please see Fluoride Facts, Fluoride Frequently Asked Questions and SFPUC Background/Public Outreach.

Contacts

Information on fluoride in your drinking water:
San José Municipal Water System (408) 535-3500

Health related Information:
Santa Clara County Health Department at (408) 885-3980

General Information:
San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (866) 668-6008

Web Sites

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San Francisco Public Utilities Commission

American Dental Association

California Department of Health Services

Center for Disease Control

North Coast Fluoride Information Network

Updated: 10-21-05

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