Tag: Children
New figures show lack of progress in tackling childhood tooth decay
New figures released by Public Health England (PHE) show a worrying lack of progress in tackling childhood dental decay. Statistics from PHE suggest that the proportion of children with tooth decay is the same as in 2017. In 2019, 23% of 5-year-olds had signs of tooth decay. The figure was…
READ ARTICLEMinisters rule out energy drink ban for children
Ministers have ruled against introducing a ban on the sale of energy drinks to children due to a lack of scientific evidence. Campaigners had called for the drinks, which usually contain a lot of sugar and caffeine, to be prohibited for children, but MPs in the House of Commons Science…
READ ARTICLEAs attendance rates fall, how often should you be seeing your dentist?
New figures for attendance rates have sparked debate among patients, professionals and dental organisations, but do you know how often you should see your dentist? Recent figures suggest that more than 55% of adults in London haven’t seen a dentist in the last two years, while more than 40 percent…
READ ARTICLEChildren consume up to five times more sugar during the school holidays
A new survey suggests that children consume up to five times more sugar during the school holidays. A survey conducted in the South West revealed that children eat up to five times more sugary foods during the holidays. In response to poll findings, dentists are keen to encourage parents to…
READ ARTICLEPublic Health England launches new campaign to discourage unhealthy snacking in children
Public Health England has launched a new campaign to discourage unhealthy snacking. As the New Year gets into full swing, the body is hoping to encourage those looking to adopt healthier habits to ditch sugary snacks. Although the scheme is designed to target children, adults can benefit from reducing the…
READ ARTICLENew study shows half of children tell white lies about teeth cleaning
A new study has revealed that half of children tell white lies about cleaning their teeth. Research conducted by a group of dentists who have developed the Brushlink brushing tracker, suggested that up to half of kids tell fibs about brushing their teeth. One in five children try and trick…
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