Why are so many children growing up with damaged adult teeth?
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Fluoride varnish, easily and quickly applied to a child’s teeth, is an affordable and effective way to help prevent cavities.
Most dental diseases are preventable – if you look after your teeth and mouth.
Studies show that people who can easily access dental care are more likely to go for cleanings and other procedures.
Scraping or scrubbing will help prevent bacteria build-up and improve your breath. And knowing what a healthy tongue looks like can help you spot early signs of disease, including cancer.
Do you really need a dental clean every six months? Most healthy people will probably be OK if they go anually. But some people are at higher risk of cavities or gum disease, and should go more often.
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Professor and Head of Discipline - Oral Health, University of Newcastle
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Professor of Oral Health Sciences, University of Washington
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Senior Lecturer and General Dentist, School of Dentistry, The University of Queensland
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Dentist and Associate Professor in the Department of Dentistry, University of Copenhagen
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Senior Clinical instructor in the School of Dentistry, University of Copenhagen
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Associate Professor of Pediatric Dentistry, Virginia Commonwealth University