MiscellaneousfromIndependent1 week agoTens of thousands of children finishing primary school without dental checks due to lack of HSE dentistsHSE dental staffing shortages have resulted in delayed screenings for children, increasing the risk of untreated tooth decay.
UK newsfromwww.bbc.com4 months agoWater fluoridation expansion plans confirmedGovernment to fluoridate water in more North-East areas to reduce childhood tooth decay.
Parentingfromwww.bbc.com4 months agoMore schools to be asked to supervise toothbrushingA new national toothbrushing program in England aims to address high rates of tooth decay in deprived areas.Supervised toothbrushing is intended to build children's skills and promote good habits rather than supplant parental responsibilities.