dental health

27% of five-year-olds have tooth decay

Despite an overall improvement in the number of children free of tooth decay, over 27% of five-year-olds have tooth decay according to a survey published today (20 September 2013) by Public Health England. Children with decay have on average between three and four teeth affected by decay, treated or untreated.

The study ‘National Dental Epidemiology Programme for England, oral health...

Students help to improve dental care for homeless

Dental students from Plymouth University Peninsula Schools of Medicine and Dentistry have been working with residents from a local project providing housing and support for homeless Armed Forces Veterans.

Ten students visited residents at the veterans’ home run by South West charity Alabaré Christian Care & Support recently, to get their input on a pack they are producing aimed at...