A study conducted by Queen Mary University of London found that children living in deprived areas are three times more likely to require dental extractions in the hospital compared to children in more affluent areas. The research highlights the urgent need for equal access to preventive dentistry. The study analyzed data for 600,000 children in North East London, showing that children from low-income households and certain ethnic groups are at higher risk for severe tooth decay. The findings emphasize the importance of policies promoting dental health, such as access to NHS dentists and education on toothbrushing and sugar control.
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Children living in deprived areas are three times more likely to need dental extractions in hospital, finds study
