Charity aims to educate 10,000 children about oral health

The polling of 2,000 parents across the UK found that one in five children under five brush their teeth just once a day or less frequently, even though baby teeth, much like adult teeth, need brushing twice a day – in the morning and just before bed.

Almost 20 per cent of parents also said that they only sometimes supervise their children aged five or under to brush their teeth, despite the fact that NHS guidelines advise parents to supervise their children while brushing their teeth up until the age of seven. Lack of supervision to ensure children are brushing effectively twice a day, can lead to a lifetime of poor oral health.

To tackle the problem, the charity has launched family educational sessions and take home packs for ten thousand children to help them develop an effective oral hygiene routine. The workshops will offer the chance to take part in interactive activities and discussions and to find out useful tips about brushing, limiting sugary food and drinks and regular visits to the dentist.