A Ramsey Commissioner who opposes water fluoridation proposals has called for a more holistic approach to dental health in the Island.
Geoff Quayle says other methods of tackling tooth decay must be tried before adding fluoride to the Island's supply, which he feels should only be considered as a last resort.
With the issue in the news, the town's commissioners discussed it at a meeting on Wednesday evening and voted against the DHSS's proposals.
Mr Quayle says they weren't convinced by the department's case (audio file attached):
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