Good sense dictates that you need to research the dentist ahead of you commit your family into his care.
Otherwise, why would people add it to toothpaste and water? I am personally against fluoridation of drinking normal water. This goes on in the mouths of dogs similar to it does in regular people. http://Oldwiki.Bedlamtheatre.Co.uk/index.php/Welcome_Around_The_Globe_Of_The_Discount_Pet_Supply_As_Well_As_The_Smart_Dog_Owner