Dental surgeons urge England's schools to go sugar-free
Dental surgeons are calling for the government in England to encourage all schools to go sugar-free in a bid to combat tooth decay.
Dentists also want more supervised teeth-brushing in schools and guidelines on healthy packed lunches. The faculty has produced a report containing 12 recommendations to try to cut down on cases of tooth decay.
The British Dental Association said many parents were not aware that dental check-ups and treatment for under-18s were free.
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