6 h. ago The Guardian view on the dental divide: ministers must brush up their policy as well as children’s teeth | Editorial

Gaps in access to dentists mirror other health inequalities. And ‘golden hellos’ won’t solve the problem on their ownDisadvantaged primary school pupils at the government’s first wave of new breakfast clubs can expect to be trained in toothbrushing, as well as fed. Data showing that a fifth of all five-year-olds in England have experienced tooth decay persuaded ministers to make improved oral health part of the early years and reception class curriculum. But the prevalence of decay is not evenly spread across the country. And research showing how much worse the situation is for children in deprived areas is in line with other findings about widening health inequalities.New analysis from the Local Government Association highlights the differing availability of dental care across council areas – a situation sometimes described as a dental divide. It found no specific correlation between the numbers of NHS dentists and young children with tooth decay. But it adds to a body of...

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62 h. ago You're washing your clothes wrong! Expert reveals why you should NEVER use fabric softener on your laundry

It's a chore that many of us dread. And now it turns out you've probably been washing your clothes wrong this entire time.

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3 d. ago Majority of drivers use roundabouts the wrong way as expert shares correct lanes to use

According to the Highway Code, there's clear guidance on how you should be approaching roundabouts.

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4 d. ago You're organising your freezer wrong! Experts reveal the 5 foods you should NEVER freeze

Whether it's last night's pizza leftovers or bananas that are on the turn, freezing food is a brilliant way to reduce waste. But not all items can be popped in the icebox, experts have warned.

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5 d. ago Brits have been eating Jaffa Cakes wrong for years as expert confirms correct way

A grocery expert has issued a simple hack that will change the way you eat Jaffa Cakes forever.

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6 d. ago Barclays customers issued urgent warning as expert says 'wrong account' could cost £1,300

Barclays customers have been issued a warning as an expert has said that using the wrong account for savings could lead to a potential loss of £1,300

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7 d. ago Dentists reveal how you should be brushing your teeth — as many of us are likely doing it wrong

Just a couple of minutes can make a major difference to your dental health

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8 d. ago You are likely brushing your teeth wrong, experts say – this is how dentists want you to do it

Just a couple of minutes can make a major difference to your dental health

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1 week ago You're vacuuming wrong! Experts reveal the items you should NEVER hoover

When there's a breakage at home, most people reach for their vacuum cleaner. But there are certain items you should never hoover up, experts have warned.

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2 w. ago Expert for The Jury: Murder Trial believes second series reaches 'wrong verdict' next week

Criminal barrister Alex McBride says he found the reasoning behind the verdict to be "imprecise" on the BAFTA-winning show, to be stripped over four consecutive nights on Channel 4

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2 w. ago Weeds and dandelions will vanish when 1 natural liquid is poured — stops them growing back bigger

Weeds can be a major nuisance for gardeners, but there's a right and wrong way to remove them - and one gardening expert has shared the best way to do it

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2 w. ago Dentist's warning over common brushing habit that could actually discolour teeth

A dentist has shared some of the most common mistakes people make when it comes to cleaning their teeth and it's likely you might be guilty of a few

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2 w. ago Are you tying your shoelaces wrong? How experts have used an 'over

Hundreds have been left gobsmacked after discovering a 'secret way' runners tie your sneakers.

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3 w. ago Whole new meaning to brushing your teeth... toothpaste made from human HAIR can halt decay

The researchers discovered that toothpaste made from human hair can repair damaged teeth better than fluoride-based products - and even completely halt the early stages of decay.

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3 w. ago Dentist settled debate on if you should brush teeth before or after breakfast

A dentist has answered whether it's best to brush your teeth before or after breakfast while explaining how this small, every day decision can impact your oral hygiene over your lifetime

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3 w. ago You're using your dishwasher WRONG! Experts reveal the surprising items you should never put in there

At the end of a big meal there's nothing better than being able to put all the dirty cutlery in the dishwasher. But you've likely been using the appliance wrong, it turns out.

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