The Dental Buddies programme is all about encouraging children to explore the link between their teeth and what they eat, particularly sugary food and drinks. We have created a fun and interactive workshop which enables the children to investigate how much sugar is in different foods, with a special focus on hidden sugars in items such as fruit juices, energy drinks and highly processed foods. This is a great way for them to discover more about their own oral health and help them to make healthy lifestyle choices.

Each workshop runs for approximately 1.5 hours and can be delivered to in a variety of venues; for example we have held sessions at local Cub and Brownies groups when the children went on to deliver their own presentation to their parents, siblings and other family members.

We are very proud that this project was recognised at The Probe Dental Awards, when we were presented with the Best Charity Initiative in 2021.