A Parent Reports That Their Water Is Not Fluoridated and Questions

A parent reports that their water is not fluoridated and questions the nurse whether her 9-year-old child needs fluoride supplements. Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?

A) "Fluoride supplements are not needed until your child is 13 years of age."
B) "Using a fluoride-containing toothpaste and mouthwash makes supplementation unnecessary or even dangerous."
C) "In the absence of fluoridated water supplies, supplementation is often recommended."
D) "Recommendations about using fluoride supplements have been shown to be outdated."