What are supervised toothbrushing programs?

The UK government has recently announced the rollout of a supervised toothbrushing programme across England.

Targeted at nurseries and primary schools, the scheme will see young children brushing their teeth once a day under the guidance of trained staff.

It is designed to tackle the high levels of tooth decay seen in children, particularly in more deprived areas, and to establish strong oral health habits from the earliest years.

Quote attribution: Dr Nigel Carter