The nation is suffering from smile deprivation, according to new research by Bupa Dental Care, and a third of people in the UK have given up on the gesture due to wearing a mask.
And with The British Dental Association reporting that around 20 million dental treatments weren’t carried out last year compared to 2019, the pandemic has had a big effect on our ability to beam with confidence.
‘During lockdown there was a sharp decline in routine appointments where problems such as decay, gum disease, and oral cancer can be spotted early and this will have a serious knock-on effect to the nation’s oral health,’ says Aesthetic Dentist, Dr Kamila Azimova.
‘Lockdown also resulted in a number of lifestyle changes for many people, which might have meant more sugar and alcohol, both of which affect oral health.
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