Oral Health

Tooth decay is the most common chronic disease in children and teenagers, despite being entirely preventable!

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:


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/