As a health care provider, you have observed high rates of dental caries requiring urgent care for young children in your community who come from low-income households or are relatively new immigrants. Which environmental influence is important to investigate first to address this concern?

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Fluoride in the water can be of great benefit when it comes to protecting against dental cavities (especially for young children). This has become a controversial issue in some communities in Canada that no longer fluoridate their community water supply.

As a Health Care Provider, You Have Observed High Rates