How much do the general public want to be involved in decisions on implementing water fluoridation?
OBJECTIVE
Test general public view about how much they wish to be involved in water fluoridation implementation decisions.


METHODS
Qualitative research using focus group discussions led by an experienced moderator.


METHODS
Among the general public living in three non-fluoridated areas in England.


METHODS
Members of the public more than 20 years of age and by social class.


RESULTS
General public wish to be informed of water fluoridation plans but do not see themselves as being the appropriate implementation arbiters.


CONCLUSIONS
In the public's eyes, it would be inappropriate and unwelcome to delegate to them the decision about whether to fluoridate the public water supply.
Lowry
R J
RJ
Department of Child Dental Health, Dental School, University of Newcastle upon Tyne.
Thompson
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Lennon
M A
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D000328:Adult; D000367:Age Factors; D003256:Community Participation; D003159:Community-Institutional Relations; D003657:Decision Making; D004739:England; D005457:Fluoridation; D017144:Focus Groups; D006291:Health Policy; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D011050:Policy Making; D011634:Public Health; D011639:Public Opinion; D012923:Social Class