Children could harm their teeth by eating too much sugar this Easter.
Ahead of the Easter bank holiday parents have been advised to ensure their children do not develop such a sweet tooth this year. 
The Suburbanite has reported that while Easter is often a time for copious amounts of chocolate and sweet treats for children, oral health should not be far from parents’ minds.
Indeed, the publication noted that after eating sweets- such as Easter eggs – teeth can come under a 20-minute acid attack and it is therefore best for anyone eating these foods to wash their mouths with water afterwards.
Elsewhere, psychologist Dr Pat Spungin recently told the Telegraph that it is normal for extremely young children to suck their thumb as it can be comforting.
However, this can become a problem as teeth start to come through, as the constant pressure of sucking can mean they are not straight when they are fully developed, resulting in children needing cosmetic dentistry or braces.
