
The Rise in Tooth Decay in Children
The Rise in Tooth Decay in Children The rise of tooth decay in children has increased dramatically in Australia in recent years. More than 2000 children aged under four are admitted to NSW hospitals every year for surgery on their decaying teeth. Furthermore, one in four children in Australia has untreated dental decay in their baby teeth. * Although children will eventually lose their baby teeth, they are deemed just as important as permanent teeth. NSW Dental Association pr