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Data was synthesised chronologically on fluoridation\u2019s impact, legislative challenges, policy shifts, and public attitudes.\n                    <jats:bold>Main outcome measures:<\/jats:bold>\n                    Dental caries prevalence and treatment costs, public and political attitudes toward fluoridation, and legislative and policy developments affecting the implementation or cessation of fluoridation in Scotland.\n                    <jats:bold>Results:<\/jats:bold>\n                    Scottish fluoridation schemes significantly reduced caries prevalence and treatment costs. Fluoridation was discontinued following legal challenges. Post-cessation studies reported rising caries rates and treatment costs. Recent public attitude surveys indicate majority support for fluoridation. While Childsmile has improved oral health, fluoridation remains the most effective passive intervention.\n                    <jats:bold>Conclusion:<\/jats:bold>\n                    Scotland\u2019s fluoridation history highlights the tension between scientific evidence, legal constraints, and public perception. While current policy prioritises individual choice, integrating fluoridation into Childsmile could enhance caries prevention across Scotland. 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