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Thousands of children faced hospital visits for tooth decay last year - resulting in a spike in extractions. According to new data from the Office for Health Improvement and Disparities (OHID), there ...

NHS England figures show tooth decay is the leading cause of hospital admissions among children aged five to nine.

Brits are pulling their own teeth out with pliers because of the ever-worsening NHS dental crisis. Jamie Totterdell said he's been forced to do several DIY extractions because of him being unable to ...

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Over 100 children a day were admitted to hospital last year to have their teeth pulled out under general anaesthetic, official figures show. The Office for Health Improvement and Disparities (OHID) ...