Oral Health

Tooth decay happens when the tooth becomes softened by acid attack after we eat or drink anything with sugar.  

7 ways to prevent tooth decay

To find out more about what sugar is, where it can be found and how to reduce it, please take a look at our 'Sugar Awareness' page:

Sugar Awareness

Take your child to the dentist

Useful resources:

For further support and advice on your family’s oral health, speak to your local dentist.

https://www.dentalhealth.org/dental-decay 

https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/healthy-teeth-and-gums/taking-care-of-childrens-teeth/