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provincial capital: Researchers have also found that Calgary kids have more health issues with their baby teeth than those in the provincial capital, according to The Chronicle Herald. While there was a general increase in tooth decay in both cities between 2004 and 2005, and again between 2013 and 2014, the increase was greater in Calgary. The report — published Wednesday in the journal Community Dentistry and Oral Epidemiology — shows Calgary children have more than twice as many cavities as their counterparts in Edmonton, where fluoridation continues. Children in Calgary have an average of nine cavities and those in Edmonton have just over four. Lindsay McLaren at the University of Calgary, says the findings suggest there are public health benefits to fluoridation. "This study points to the conclusion that tooth decay has worsened following removal of fluoride from drinking water, especially in primary teeth, and it will be important to continue monitoring these trends," said McLaren. The study lead author, Dr. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.