What should I do if my well water contains too much fluoride?
If fluoride is present above 1.5 mg/l you should consult your dentist for advice on developing a plan to optimize fluoride intake. This is especially important if you have young children. The simplest and most reliable plan may be to purchase bottled water. Be sure that the bottled water is low in fluoride, as some products may contain more fluoride than your well water.


Other "point of use" treatment options include installing a reverse osmosis or distillation system. For more information on these systems, see the relevant fact sheets in this series. Regardless of the quality of the equipment purchased, it will not perform satisfactorily unless maintained according to the manufacturer's recommendations.

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