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Tooth decay

# tooth-decay - Monday 3 September, 2012

Coconut oil could combat tooth decay

Coconut oil treated with enzymes stops the growth of the bacteria that causes tooth decay – a problem which affects 60 per cent to 90 per cent of children in industrialised countries.

# tooth-decay - Monday 14 November, 2011

Dentists call for public health warnings on soft drinks

Ireland has one of the highest per capita soft drinks consumption in the western world – we drink an average of at least one 330ml can of fizzy drink a day.

# tooth-decay - Monday 24 October, 2011

From The Daily Edge Cash For Sweets

Dentist offers children money and toothbrushes for Halloween sweets

Dentist Craig Callen will offer kids $1 for every pound of candy they bring in.