Free toothbrushes for Liverpool children (opens original article in a new tab)

Liverpool children will receive free toothbrushes and toothpaste as part of a government initiative to reduce tooth decay, alongside a supervised brushing program in schools.

• Over 40,000 toothbrushes and 40,000 toothpaste tubes will be distributed to Liverpool children in July
• A five-year government plan aims to reduce tooth decay in deprived areas by providing dental kits
• A supervised toothbrushing program is being implemented in early years settings and primary schools