27 MAY 2025
Millions of people across the UK are putting their oral health at risk by snacking on sugary treats after dinner and failing to brush their teeth before bed, new research from the Oral Health Foundation reveals.
Findings from the charity show one-in-three (33%) adults are snacking every night after their evening meal, with more than two-in-three (68%) snackers opting for sugary treats like chocolate, sweets and biscuits.
At the same time, nearly half (47%) go to sleep without brushing their teeth at least once a week, allowing sugar and bacteria to damage their teeth overnight.
The charity warns that this dangerous double habit could lead to a rise in tooth decay and gum disease.
Dr Nigel Carter, Chief Executive of the Oral Health Foundation, says, “These figures are a real wake-up call – the UK is becoming a nation of late-night snackers, and it’s our teeth that are paying the price.
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