To support your children and families oral health try these few simple top tips:

• Reduce the amount of sugary foods and drinks you have
• Brush your teeth twice a everyday with fluoride toothpaste
• Eat healthy - choosing a balanced diet helps your physical, mental and oral health

It is important for young people to attend the dentist as regularly as the dentist advises. Use this tool from the NHS to find a dentist.

To find more information and advice on oral health visit these websites:

• Change4Life: This family snack challenge leaflet is filled with fun challenges for families to try at home.
• NHS have information on how to help your children take care of their teeth and gums.

These videos provide further support around oral health.

• Dr Ranj: Well known TV doctor and CBBC children's presenter, Dr Ranj, has made this age related video to help children, aged 7+, brush their teeth correctly.

• e-Bug: This video provides a demonstration for 7-11 year olds on how to brush their teeth effectively.

• BBC - Operation Ouch: This short (28 minute) TV episode explores more about our teeth including why they are different shapes and sizes.