Utah is the first state to ban fluoridation of drinking water. However, some other places that have banned fluoride have seen spikes in dental disease, especially among children.

During a news conference, DeSantis said that it is "forced medication when they're jamming fluoride into your water supply."

Utah health department officials are encouraging residents to "prevent tooth decay" by talking to their medical providers about fluoride supplements. The big picture: The guidance, released Friday, comes after Utah became the first state in the U.