Tooth Decay and Fizzy Drinks: A Rotten Epidemic

Though almost one third of 5 year olds have tooth decay, many are waiting almost a year or more to have their rotted teeth removed. The culprit of the decaying teeth? Dentists across the country are blaming fizzy drinks and sodas as one of the main sources of the epidemic.

This infographic delves into the issue of tooth decay in children, pointing out the worst areas in the UK and what dentists suggest needs to be done to resolve this problem. This includes putting warnings on fizzy drinks and candy wrappers in a bid to highlight the damage that can be caused by sugar on children’s teeth.

Child Tooth Decay Infographic

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