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Fact Sheet: Dietary Sugars and Dental Health

    • Author WSRO
    • Publication Date 01/02/2024
    • Last Updated 15/09/2026
    • Category Science Resource

A summary document on the topic of dietary sugars and dental health explaining that dental caries (tooth decay) is a major global health issue, especially in low-income countries where protective factors such as access to fluoride (e.g., use of fluoride toothpaste) and dental treatment are less available. 

Dietary Sugars and Dental Health Fact Sheet

Disclaimer: This resource is for general information purposes only and should not be relied upon as medical, clinical or other professional advice. The WSRO is an international, member-based, not-for-profit organisation focused on the science of sugars and health. For more information about its members, please see our Members Directory.

Last reviewed September 2026. Next review due September 2029.